Run First. Feast Later
Turkey Trot USA & Marshmallow Mile is North Texas’ newest Thanksgiving Day race, bringing runners and families together in Historic Downtown Roanoke. Enjoy a festive 5K or Marshmallow Mile, hot coffee, hot chocolate, sweet treats, a custom long-sleeve tech shirt, and an exclusive finisher medal with a Marshmallow Mile Man charm.
Historic Streets. Flat Miles. Thanksgiving Morning.
Start your Thanksgiving on a 3.1-mile course through Roanoke, Texas, with a friendly route built for runners, walkers, strollers, and families. With little elevation gain, this 5K keeps the focus on festive miles, historic downtown charm, and a warm finish line.
- Historic Downtown Route
- Flat Course
- Family-Friendly 5K or Marshmallow Mile
Turkey Trot Treasures
Every registration includes race-day keepsakes you’ll actually want to use long after Thanksgiving. From the all-new long sleeve Thanksgiving inspired performance shirt to the custom finisher medal with a Marshmallow Mile Man charm, every piece is designed exclusively for Turkey Trot USA.
A Thanksgiving Tradition Starts Here.
Historic streets. Signature swag. Hot coffee. Big smiles. Everything you need for the perfect Thanksgiving morning tradition.
LONG SLEEVE SHIRT
BOTTLE OPENER MEDAL
MARSHMALLOW MILE
COSTUME CONTEST
SMALL-TOWN VIBES
FREE DRINKS
Run It Together. Finish Loud.
Grab your family, friends, coworkers, or run club and take on the turkey. Big energy, shared miles, and a finish line celebration built for teams.
- Friends and Family Bundle: register 4 or more in one transaction and get $5 off each person. Save $20 or more!
Race Details
7:30 AM Packet Pickup/Registration
8:30 AM Marshmallow Mile Starts
9:00 AM 5K Starts
9:45 AM Awards + Costume Contest
10:15 AM Course Closed
Sunday, November 22, 2026 – 12 PM- 6 PM
Southlake – Dallas Running Company – 1081 E Southlake Blvd Suite #160, Southlake, TX 76092
Tuesday, November 24, 2026 – 11 AM – 6 PM
Southlake – Dallas Running Company – 1081 E Southlake Blvd Suite #160, Southlake, TX 76092
Wednesday, November 25, 2026 – 11 AM – 4 PM
Arlington – Mountain Sports – 2025 W Pioneer PKWY , Pantego, TX 76013
Race Day – Venue – 500 S Oak St. – 5:30 AM
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Social Run Fun
Lace up and run with us! Lone Star Footwear is hosting a free 1–3 mile social run for all paces — the perfect way to connect with the running community before race day.
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Our Generous Partners
To our generous series partners we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible sponsors for their generous support and unwavering commitment to our cause. Thank you!
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common inquiries about race results, timing, and result disputes.
Yes! The 5K is professionally chip timed. You’ll receive an official finish time, live results, and can compare your performance with other runners in your distance.
Yes. The course is designed to be enjoyable for runners of all experience levels, but participants should be able to maintain approximately a 16-17 minute per mile pace to finish before course support begins closing. Final time limits will be published before race day.
Turkey Trot USA is a rain-or-shine event, and we’ll race in most weather conditions. In the event of severe weather—such as lightning, flooding, or other conditions that could impact participant safety—we may delay, modify, postpone, or cancel the event. Any updates will be communicated as quickly as possible via email, text message (if opted in), and our social media channels.
Yes! Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers, overall masters, and the top finishers in each age group. Every participant also receives a custom finisher medal upon completing the course.
Yes. If your plans change, Race Roster allows participants to transfer their registration to another runner or transfer to another eligible Run Project event before the published deadline. Visit your Race Roster account for available transfer options.
Yes.
Free parking is available throughout Historic Downtown Roanoke, with additional public parking lots within a short walk of the start line.
A race-week parking guide will be emailed before Thanksgiving.
Yes! Thanksgiving costumes are encouraged!
Turkey suits, pilgrim hats, pumpkin outfits, matching family costumes, inflatables—we love seeing creative race-day spirit.
Awards will be given for the best costumes.
Absolutely! The Turkey Trot USA course is mostly flat and designed for runners and walkers of all abilities.
Whether you’re chasing a PR, jogging with family, pushing a stroller, or participating in your very first race, you’ll feel right at home.
Yes! Strollers are welcome at Turkey Trot USA. For everyone’s safety, we ask that participants with dogs or strollers line up toward the back of the starting corral and remain courteous to other runners and walkers throughout the course. Please clean up after your pet and keep dogs under control at all times.
Please note: Service animals are always welcome.
Yes! Aid stations will be located along the course with water and hydration available to help keep runners fueled throughout the race. The exact locations will be announced closer to race day.
Join us for a thrilling experience as we host a variety of races designed to test your endurance and showcase your running skills. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, our events offer something for everyone.
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Speed
Enjoy the camaraderie and support of our vibrant running community.
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