Turkey Trails - Tampa
Tampa's Thanksgiving tradition offers a fast, flat half marathon with festive flair.
Race Date
Nov 8, 2026
Location
Tampa, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Virtual Race, Volunteer then run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Turkey Trails Half Marathon in Tampa is a beloved Thanksgiving tradition, drawing runners of all levels for a festive race day. This event, which first kicked off in 2002 and is now in its 20th year, offers a fast and flat certified course, making it a prime spot for personal bests.
Runners can expect a well-organized experience with chip-timing, live results, and custom medals for all finishers. The course winds through Tampa, providing a pleasant running environment. Post-race, participants are treated to delicious snacks and refreshments, capping off a rewarding day.
With a steady field trend, this race is a popular choice for both locals and those traveling from afar, all coming together to celebrate the holiday with a healthy dose of running and community spirit.
Race-provided description
Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k/Half Marathon! A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Long Sleeve Shirt
Start Location
TBD, Tampa, FL, 33777
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 80°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
64°
Afternoon (High)
80°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.2"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
73%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Turkey Trails - Tampa?
The Turkey Trails - Tampa is held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Turkey Trails - Tampa take place?
It takes place in Tampa, Florida.
What distances does the Turkey Trails - Tampa offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Virtual Race, Volunteer then run.
Is the Turkey Trails - Tampa course flat and good for a PR?
The Turkey Trails - Tampa is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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