Turkey Trails- Lansing
Lansing's Thanksgiving tradition offers a fast, flat half marathon with festive swag.
Race Date
Nov 29, 2026
Location
Lansing, MI
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 29, 2026
- Location
- Lansing, Michigan
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Volunteer then Run, Virtual Race
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Turkey Trails Half Marathon in Lansing, Michigan, is a beloved Thanksgiving-themed event that draws runners of all levels. This race is known for its welcoming atmosphere and festive spirit, making it a popular choice for families and individuals looking to celebrate the holiday with a run.
The course is designed for speed, featuring a flat and fast profile that is ideal for achieving personal bests. Runners can expect a well-organized race experience, complete with chip timing, live results, and custom medals for finishers. The event also offers shorter distances, including a 5k, 10k, and a 1-mile run, ensuring there's an option for everyone.
Participants receive a designer long-sleeve shirt and enjoy delicious treats at the finish line. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual race option is available, allowing runners to earn the same great swag from anywhere. The event's commitment to providing a fun and rewarding experience solidifies its status as a local favorite.
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 29, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
Long-sleeve Shirt
Start Location
1601 E Cavanaugh Rd, Lansing, MI, 48910
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
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 38°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
26°
Afternoon (High)
38°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.1"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Turkey Trails- Lansing?
The Turkey Trails- Lansing is held on Sunday, November 29, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the Turkey Trails- Lansing take place?
It takes place in Lansing, Michigan.
What distances does the Turkey Trails- Lansing offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 50m, Volunteer then Run, Virtual Race.
Is the Turkey Trails- Lansing course flat and good for a PR?
The Turkey Trails- Lansing is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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