Turkey Trails - Rochester
Rochester's Turkey Trails offers a Thanksgiving-themed half marathon with festive swag and community spirit.
Race Date
Nov 8, 2026
Location
Rochester, MN
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Location
- Rochester, Minnesota
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 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 Rochester, MN, transforms a crisp late-November day into a celebration of running and Thanksgiving spirit. This event, which also features 5k and 10k distances, draws participants from across the region for a festive, chip-timed race.
Runners can expect a course that is predominantly flat, making it a good candidate for personal bests. The atmosphere is designed to be family-friendly, with a focus on community and fun, culminating in a finish line experience that includes delicious treats and custom medals. The race is known for its generous swag, including a designer long-sleeve shirt, and offers a virtual option for those who can't attend in person.
While specific historical statistics like finisher numbers or repeat runner rates are not detailed, the event's inclusion of multiple distances and youth pricing suggests a well-established, community-oriented race. It’s an opportunity to embrace the holiday season with an active pursuit, complete with all the celebratory accoutrements.
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
Soldiers Field Memorial Park, Rochester, MN, 55902
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 49°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
36°
Afternoon (High)
49°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.1"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Turkey Trails - Rochester?
The Turkey Trails - Rochester is held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Turkey Trails - Rochester take place?
It takes place in Rochester, Minnesota.
What distances does the Turkey Trails - Rochester offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run.
Is the Turkey Trails - Rochester course flat and good for a PR?
The Turkey Trails - Rochester is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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