Joplin Turkey Trot
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Joplin Turkey Trot
The Joplin Turkey Trot is an annual running event held in downtown Joplin on 11/26/2026 and presented by Freeman Health System. The event marks its 15th year and features a certified 5K course that begins and ends in front of the Schroeder Family Exploreum, an area closed to traffic for the event.
Two distances are offered:
- 1 Mile Fun Run
- 5K Turkey Trot
Race services for the 5K include chip timing, a finisher medal, event shirts, start and finish announcing by BoCa Enterprises, and music provided by Resonation. Participants are also offered donuts and coffee. Registration for both events opens on 2026-03-14 and closes on 2026-03-18. Listed registration fees are $16.83 for the 1 Mile Fun Run and $31.83 for the 5K Turkey Trot.
The event takes place on Thanksgiving morning and is located at 300 S. Main, Joplin, MO 64801. The course certification and the closed area in front of the Exploreum are noted features of the 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
