Thurston Turkey Trot

Race Overview: A race coming up on 11/27/2025 in Thurston, NE. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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Race data last checked: 2026-02-05

Race Overview:

Join us on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, for the annual Thurston Turkey Trot. You can run or walk the 5K or 1-mile events—it's the perfect way to kick off your holiday. Both start at 8 a.m., so bring your family and friends for this fun community tradition!

Entry fee is $30 + RunSignUp registration fee. But hurry—price increases on Nov. 20. Your race fee includes a long-sleeved t-shirt, plus water, coffee, bananas, and Eileen's cookies at the finish line.

Proceeds benefit the Jeff and Carol Memorial Scholarship at Pender Public Schools, helping two graduating seniors each receive $1,000.

MEN'S 5K COURSE RECORD: 17:16 held by Addison Albin of Parkville, MO (Norfolk, NE native) set in 2018
WOMEN'S 5K COURSE RECORD – 19:17 held by Lisa Ryan from Sioux City, IA 

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