Turkey Trot - Horseshoe Bay
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Turkey Trot at Horseshoe Bay Resort 2026
The Turkey Trot takes place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026, at Horseshoe Bay Resort in Horseshoe Bay, Texas. The event includes multiple running and walking options plus family friendly activities.
Distances and formats include:
- 10K Run chip timed
- 5K Run chip timed
- 5K Walk non-competitive
- Tot Trot for young children
Chip timing is used for the 5K and 10K runs. Medals are awarded to the top male and female runner in each age division for the timed races. The Tot Trot is for children up to about eight years old and includes medals for top male and female finishers.
Advance race packet pick-up is highly requested to avoid delays on race morning. Packet pick-up is available at the Whitewater Putting Hut on November 23, November 24, and November 25. Race day registration and check-in occur at the Hotel Conference Center.
Registration pricing varies by category: Members and members guests $40 advance and $45 race day, overnight resort guests $50 advance and $55 race day, general public $55 advance and $65 race day, children $25, and Tot Trot free. A portion of each registration benefits the local community.
Additional activities include a Rock the Flock pet parade with awards by category. Event policies note that dogs must be on a short non-retractable leash and owners must clean up after pets. Strollers, wheelchairs, wagons, and running strollers are permitted on the 5K Walk; bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards, and scooters are not allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.