Joplin Turkey Trot
About this race
JOPLIN'S FAVORITE FAMILY TRADITION IS BACK FOR ITS 14TH YEAR!
Welcome to the 15th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk in Downtown Joplin presented by Freeman Health System! Runners and walkers are encouraged to join us on Thanksgiving morning for what has become a family tradition for many. This CERTIFIED 5K course begins and ends right in front of the Schroeder Family Exploreum, which is closed to traffic. Participants of the 5K will enjoy a super soft event shirt, AMAZING FINISHER MEDAL, chip timing, start/finish line announcing by BoCa Enterprises, music by Resonation, donuts, and coffee. As Joplin’s largest 5K, this is a race you don’t want to miss!
1 Mile Fun Run Start Time: 7:30am
5K Start Time: 8:00am
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Joplin Turkey Trot 1 Mile Fun Run
Joplin Turkey Trot 5K
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About Joplin
Joplin Turkey Trot takes place in Joplin, Missouri, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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