11th Annual F R E E Turkey Trot 5K/10K logo

Thursday, November 26, 2026 · 8:00 AM · Houston, Texas

11th Annual F R E E Turkey Trot 5K/10K

10K in Houston, TX · Free · capped at 450

Race Info

We’re celebrating 11 GREAT years of our FREE Turkey Trot Tradition with the Houston Striders!

We know you want to get some miles in before cooking, eating, and snoozing for the rest of your Thanksgiving Day. So go ahead and join us! In fact, grab your spouse, uncle, parents, bring the kids, and invite the neighbors. We’re all about the joy of running together.

Because you know what everyone loves? FREE! yes, no crowds, no fees, no rigamorole. Just FUN FUN FUN.

Where are we running? Our favorite stomping grounds, of course! Memorial Park!

5K single-loop route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5797297309/

10K double-loop route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5789388172/

What to expect: lots of friendly runners and refreshments afterward. We're teaming up with the Houston Area Road Runners Association (HARRA) to have a Thanksgiving Day Run Party.

FAQ:

1. How do I register? Um...on this page.

2. How much is the race? Well, first off, it's a fun run. Second, it's FREE!!

3. Is the course certified? The course is certified as roughly the correct distance based on MapMyRun.

4. Will I get give-aways? Your swag is the smile on your face and the snacks at the end.

5. Will there be race photos? Your photos are taken with the convenience of your phone. Your memories are for a lifetime.

Don't be a turkey - RSVP now and count this event among your many blessings this Thanksgiving.

Time limit
No time limit listed by the organizer
Walkers
Not mentioned — ask the organizer
Terrain
Not stated
Certified
Yes

Pulled from the organizer's own race description — per the organizer, not independently verified.

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11th Annual F R E E Turkey Trot 5K/10K

Thu, Nov 26, 2026 · Free

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