Thanksgiving 2026

Turkey Trots in South Dakota

2 turkey trots and Thanksgiving races in South Dakota this season, 1 of them on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26. A typical entry fee is around $38. Dates and fees come straight from race registration and refresh every night.

2
turkey trots
1
on Thanksgiving Day
$38
typical entry fee
2
cities

Saturday, November 21

Thursday, November 26 (Thanksgiving Day)

Quick answers

When are turkey trots in South Dakota in 2026?
Thanksgiving Day is Thursday, November 26. 1 of the 2 turkey trots listed here are on the holiday itself. 1 runs in the weeks before.
What distances do turkey trots offer?
Of the 2 races, 1 include a 5K, and 1 a 10K. Walkers are welcome at most of them.
What is the biggest turkey trot in South Dakota?
Gobble Wobble 10k in Sioux Falls, with 146 finishers across its events in 2024.
Do turkey trots sell out?
Most do not, but the largest cap their fields, so check each race's registration page before Thanksgiving week.