Jackson Turkey Trot

Jackson Turkey Trot, Jackson MI

The Jackson Turkey Trot takes place on November 26, 2026, at Ella Sharp Park and the Ella Sharp Museum in Jackson, Michigan. The event program includes multiple race formats and a Kids Fun Run.

Distances and formats:

• Elite 5K Run (3.1 miles) : limit 100 participants, 30-minute finish guideline
• Elite 5K Walk (3.1 miles) : limit 20 participants, 30-minute finish guideline
• 10K Run (6.2 miles)
• 5K Run (3.1 miles)
• 5K Walk (3.1 miles)
• Virtual 5K Run Anywhere (3.1 miles) with remote verification required
• Kids Fun Run, half mile for ages 8 and under

Registration and fees follow a tiered schedule. A New Years special price of $20 applies January 1–15, 2026. Later fee tiers include guaranteed and limited shirt availability at higher prices, and a race day fee without a shirt guarantee. Tech shirts are guaranteed for registrations received by February 28, 2026; shirts are available while supplies last afterward. Military and first responder registrations receive a $5 discount with ID.

Packet pick-up is scheduled at Ella’s Granary inside the Ella Sharp Museum on the days prior to the race and on race day at the same location. The event is professionally chip timed by the Michigan Running Foundation with live results. Awards are presented to overall male and female finishers in Open, Master (40+), and Senior Master (60+) categories, plus age group awards. Service dogs are permitted only as defined by the event policy. Volunteers and community service hour opportunities are offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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