Hawkeye Turkey Trot

NOV
26
2026
Celebrate Thanksgiving in Iowa City at the inaugural Hawkeye Turkey Trot on November 26 2026 with a festive 5K and the family friendly Herky Turkey Tot Trot for kids. Run from City Park and support the Food Bank of Iowa through proceeds and food donations.
Thu 26 Nov 2026
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Hawkeye Turkey Trot is an inaugural running event in Iowa City, scheduled for Thursday, November 26, 2026. The program includes a 5K road race called the Hawkeye Turkey Trot 5K and a separate Herky Turkey Tot Trot for children. Registration for the 5K opens July 21, 2026, and the listed entry fee for the 5K is $35. A course map is available via MapMyRun.

Location, route and charity

The event is based at City Park - Shelter #6, 200 E. Park Rd, Iowa City, IA 52246. The Herky Turkey Tot Trot will take place around the Iowa River Corridor Trail near Shelter #6 and will begin after the conclusion of the 5K. A portion of race proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of Iowa, and participants are asked to bring non-perishable food items for donation on race day. Results from a prior running of this event have been posted by the organizers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.