Ellis County Turkey Trot
About this race
4th Annual Thanksgiving Morning Fun Run – 5K, 10K & 8 Miler
Kick off your holiday with our festive 4th Annual 5K, 10K and 8 miler RUN / WALK on Thanksgiving morning! We’ll be trotting along at Getzendaner Park Trail—and you're invited to join the fun!
🦃 Race Day Details
📍 Location: Getzendaner Park Trail
🕖 Race Start: 6:45 AM
🕕 Shirt & Medal Pickup: 6:00 AM
💰 Registration: Just $35
This event is all about family, fun, and fitness. Whether you're running for a personal best or walking off pie in advance, everyone’s welcome—from seasoned runners to little gobblers in strollers!
🎽 Every participant gets a commemorative shirt and medal!
(Please register before November 5th to receive shirt and medal)
Come out, dress festive if you like, and let’s make this a Thanksgiving tradition worth trotting for!
Join fellow runners on November 26, 2026 for the Ellis County Turkey Trot. It's a fantastic 5K, 10K, 12.9K featuring a flat and fast course in Waxahachie.
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Running
5K TURKEY TROT
RUN or WALK a 5K on our beautiful trail at Getzendaner Park!
10K TURKEY TROT
RUN or WALK a 10K on our beautiful trail at Getzendaner Park
8 Miler
RUN or WALK a 8 Miler on our beautiful trail at Getzendaner Park
Weather Overview
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About Waxahachie
Ellis County Turkey Trot takes place in Waxahachie, Texas, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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