Grand Prairie Turkey Trot
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Event Overview
The Grand Prairie Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at Mike Lewis Park in Grand Prairie, Texas. It is the event's 5th annual edition.
Distances
- 5K
- Virtual 5K
- Lil' Gobbler Trot 1K Fun Run (for ages 5-12)
Event Details
A post-race awards ceremony is scheduled. Pie is offered to participants at the finish line. The 5K is a timed event. The course is described as flat. The event supports the Grand Prairie United Charities Food Pantry, and participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations, with peanut butter and canned meats noted as high-need items.
A youth event is available for children aged 5 to 12. Parents are permitted to accompany their children during this run. Participants in this 1K receive a race bib, a finisher award, and post-race snacks.
Registration for the in-person 5K includes a race t-shirt and finisher's medal, though shirt availability is noted as first-come, first-served with an order cutoff date. A virtual participation option is also available. Parking at Mike Lewis Park is free. The event proceeds rain or shine, with a stated no-refund policy, though event details may be modified for safety in extreme weather.
Schedule
The race day schedule includes packet pickup and registration starting at 7:00 AM, a warm-up at 7:30 AM, the youth 1K fun run at 7:45 AM, and the 5K start at 8:00 AM. Awards for the 5K are presented at 9:15 AM, and the course closes at 9:30 AM. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
