Holland Turkey Trot 5K
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Holland Turkey Trot 5K in Downtown Holland
The Holland Turkey Trot 5K takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in downtown Holland, Michigan. The event is a community running and walking event with a measured 5K course and professional timing by Epic Race Timing. A custom Holland Turkey Trot T-shirt and a finisher medal are included for participants. Age-group awards and overall awards are presented, with a downtown awards ceremony immediately after the race.
The course starts and finishes on 8th Street between Central Avenue and College Avenue. The route runs through Central Avenue, E 7th Street, and Lincoln Avenue, passes through Windmill Island Gardens near the De Zwaan Windmill, and returns through downtown E 8th Street for a final stretch amid shops and spectators. Organizers note that the path on Windmill Island may not be plowed in winter.
Packet pickup is offered the day before and the morning of the race at specified local locations. Registration opens on June 30, 2026 and closes on July 30, 2026. A registration fee is required. A portion of event proceeds benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland. City parking lots are available nearby and some streets will be closed for the event; public restrooms and porta potties will be placed along Central Avenue between 8th and 9th. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
