Runners can join in the Thanksgiving tradition with a variety of Turkey Trot events throughout Austin and San Antonio areas this November.
Here are 11 chances to participate in a Turkey Trot in between Austin and San Antonio. This list noncomprehensive. Events are subject to change.
Austin area
Turkey Trails-Georgetown
The Turkey Trails 5K/10K will take place at Southwestern University in Georgetown, featuring a variety of race options for all ages, including a virtual race.
- Nov. 16, 7 a.m.
- $15 (kids dash), $20 (1-mile), $36 (5K and 10K), $40 (virtual race)
- 1001 E. University Ave., Georgetown
- www.runsignup.com/race/tx/georgetown/bodiesturkeytrailsaustin
The Gobble Wobble in McDade will be a multirace event featuring a kids dash, a half-mile run and a 5K.
- Nov. 16, 8:30 a.m.
- $25
- 156 Marlin St., McDade
- Facebook: McDade ISD
The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot offers a timed and untimed 5-mile run, a 1-mile walk or run, and a 1-kilometer kids dash. Participants can also register for virtual versions of the 5-mile and 1-mile events.
- Nov. 28, 7 a.m.
- $12 (kids dash), $22 (1-mile), $25-$45 (5-mile), $25-$40 (virtual race)
- 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin
- www.thundercloud.com/event-info
The Hill Country Turkey Trot will be held at The Hills Country Club, with packet pickup Nov. 27 at HCI Sports & Fitness.
- Nov. 28, 8 a.m.
- Free (kids under 5), $25 (ages 6-18), $35 (adults)
- 26 Club Estates Parkway, The Hills
- www.betterunite.com/laketraviseducationfoundation-2024ltefhillcountryturkeytrot
The Pfeathered Pfun Runs on Thanksgiving Day take place at Lake Pflugerville and feature a 5K, a 10K and a Kids K, with options for virtual participation available for the 5K and 10K events.
- Nov. 28, 8 a.m.
- $25-$40 (Kids K), $40-$65 (5K/10K on-site), $50 (5K/10K virtual)
- 18216 Weiss Lane, Pflugerville
- www.pfunruns.com
The Fleet Feet Round Rock Turkey Trot features an untimed 3.5-mile fun run and takes place at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, with proceeds benefiting local charities.
- Nov. 28, 8 a.m.
- $25
- 3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock
- www.runsignup.com/race/tx/roundrock/roundrockturkeytrot
The Buda Turkey Trot features a 5K race at the Sunfield Lazy River Amenity Center in Buda, with proceeds benefiting Outsiders Anonymous and various prize categories for participants.
- Nov. 28, 9 a.m.
- Free (kids 10 and under), $36 (Oct. 1-31), $39 (Nov. 1-27), $40 (day of sign-up), $30 (kids 11-17 and seniors 65-plus)
- 6910 Sunfield Parkway, Buda
- www.budaturkeytrot.com
The inaugural Dripping Springs Turkey Trail Trot includes a 1K Kids Fun Run, a 5K Trail Run and a 10K Trail Run, taking place at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park and Event Center, with virtual options also available for those unable to attend.
- Nov. 28, 9 a.m.
- $25 (kids 1K fun run and virtual Turkey Trot), $40 (5K trail run), $50 (10K trail run)
- 1042 Event Center Drive, Dripping Springs
- www.runsignup.com/race/tx/drippingsprings/dreamlandturkeytrailtrot
The Gobble Wobble Turkey Trot takes place at Brushy Creek Lake Park in Cedar Park, featuring 5K, 10K and half-marathon options for participants.
- Nov. 30, 7:30 a.m.
- $37 (5K), $45 (10K), $42 (half-marathon)
- 3300 Brushy Creek Road, Cedar Park
- www.raceroster.com/events/2024/92497/gobble-wobble-turkey-trot-5k10k131-austin
16th annual Gruene Turkey Trot
The Comal Cops for Kids 16th annual Gruene Turkey Trot takes place by Gruene Hall in New Braunfels and features a 5K Run and Walk and a 0.25 Mile Kid's Turkey Chase, with in-person registration available on race day.
- Nov. 28, 8 a.m.
- $15 (Kid's 0.25 mile Turkey Chase), $25 (5K run and walk)
- 1601 Hunter Road, New Braunfels
- www.athleteguild.com/event/new-braunfels-tx/2024-comal-cops-for-kids-16th-annual-gruene-turkey-trot-5k-kids-turkey-chase
The San Antonio Food Bank’s 15th annual Turkey Trot 5K Run & Walk will take place at the Commander’s House at H-E-B Arsenal in downtown San Antonio. Proceeds will help provide meals for families in need during the holiday season.
- Nov. 28, 8 a.m.
- $10 (kids 4-11), $40 (before Oct. 31), $45 (Nov. 1-27), $50 (Nov. 28)
- 622 S. Flores St., San Antonio
- www.safoodbank.org/turkeytrot