Turkey Trot St Paul

Saint Paul, United States • 26 Nov 2026

Event overview

Turkey Trot St. Paul is an annual run held on Thanksgiving morning in St. Paul, Minnesota. The event is produced by the MN Run Series and benefits The Open Door food shelf. Fundraising for the food shelf is tracked as part of the event; a fundraising goal of $14,000 is listed. The event offers both live and virtual options so participants can take part in person or remotely.

Race details

Distances offered include:

  • 6K run
  • 6K walk
  • 10K live
  • 5K virtual
  • 10K virtual
  • Half marathon virtual

Live races start at Upper Landing Park in St. Paul. Virtual race kits begin shipping in mid-November and shipping is available for US residents only. Entries for live races use tiered pricing during registration. Participants receive a technical T-shirt available in unisex and women's sizes and a finisher medal. Age group rankings and awards are given; age group awards can be picked up at Dick's Sporting Goods in Rosedale after results are official. Race shirt and bib pickup is available at Rosedale Mall in the days before the event, with an option for doorstep delivery. A team contest is part of the event, with categories such as Largest Team and Most Generous Team and team prizes including socks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k - Live
6 km
6k Run - Live
6 km
6k Walk - Live
5k - Virtual
10k - Virtual
Half Marathon - Virtual
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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