Marshalltown Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Fun Run
About this race
Kick off your Thanksgiving celebration with the Marshalltown Turkey Trot! Gather your family and friends for a fun-filled morning of fitness, community, and holiday spirit. Whether you’re looking to set a new personal best, enjoy a scenic run, or simply have some fun before the big Thanksgiving meal, there’s a distance for everyone!
Choose from the 5K, 10K, or Fun Run and make this Thanksgiving tradition one to remember. All ages and abilities are welcome, so bring your family, invite your friends, and get ready to trot!
Race Details
Race Start: 8:00 AM
Events: 5K • 10K • Fun Run
Location: Marshalltown, Iowa
Packet Pickup: Monday–Wednesday, November 23–25, from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Come dressed in your best Thanksgiving-themed gear, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and start your holiday with a little movement and a lot of fun!
Gobble, wobble, and trot your way into Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂
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Running
5K
10K
1 Mile - Kids Walk
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Marshalltown, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:14 AM and sets at 4:43 PM local time (CST) in Marshalltown on November 26, 2026 — 9h 28m of daylight.
Course
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Find upcoming events by distance:
- Marshalltown 5K Races 4 races
- Marshalltown Running Calendar 2026 12 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 12 Marshalltown events
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