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Ames Turkey Trot
Ames, Iowa · Thursday, November 26, 2026 · 5K
Official race page & registration ↗Ames Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Ames, Iowa. The race is run over 5K. For anyone travelling in, Ankeny is about 21 miles away and Des Moines is about 30 miles away.
It is one of 36 races on the Iowa calendar that November. At $10, entry sits below the $25 median for an Iowa 5K. Unusually for a race, it falls on a Thursday.
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Location
- Ames, Iowa
- Distances
- 5K
- Entry fee
- from $10
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Ames: check in Nov 25, out Nov 27.
Common questions
When is Ames Turkey Trot?
Ames Turkey Trot is scheduled for Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Where is Ames Turkey Trot held?
Ames Turkey Trot is held in Ames, Iowa. It is about 21 miles from Ankeny and 30 miles from Des Moines.
What distances does Ames Turkey Trot offer?
The listed distances are 5K.
How much does Ames Turkey Trot cost?
Entry is listed from $10. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.
How do I register for Ames Turkey Trot?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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- Nov 26Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K Run/WalkCedar Rapids, IA
- Nov 26FAM Turkey TrotWest Des Moines, IA
- Nov 26Hawkeye Turkey TrotIowa City, IA
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