Turkey Trails- Grand Rapids
The Turkey Trails Grand Rapids half marathon offers a festive Thanksgiving-themed race with quality swag and a community feel.
Race Date
Nov 22, 2026
Location
Zeeland, MI
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 22, 2026
- Location
- Zeeland, Michigan
- 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 Grand Rapids event in Zeeland, Michigan, provides a Thanksgiving-themed running experience perfect for all ages. Runners can choose from various distances, including a half marathon, 10k, 5k, and a 1-mile fun run, ensuring a fit for every participant.
The half marathon course is a loop, primarily on paved roads, designed to be flat and fast, making it a potential PR course. The event is known for its quality giveaways, including a designer long-sleeve shirt and a custom finisher medal for all participating distances. Chip-timing with live results and awards adds to the competitive spirit.
Participants can look forward to delicious treats at the finish line and a celebratory atmosphere. The event also offers youth-based pricing and a virtual race option for those unable to attend in person, underscoring its commitment to inclusivity and community engagement.
Race-provided description
Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k! 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 22, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
Long Sleeve Shirt
Start Location
Helder Park- Playground at Jim Kaat Ball Park, Zeeland, MI, 49464
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
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 44°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
30°
Afternoon (High)
44°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Turkey Trails- Grand Rapids?
The Turkey Trails- Grand Rapids is held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Turkey Trails- Grand Rapids take place?
It takes place in Zeeland, Michigan.
What distances does the Turkey Trails- Grand Rapids 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- Grand Rapids course flat and good for a PR?
The Turkey Trails- Grand Rapids is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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