Daytona Beach Turkey Trot 5k
Thu, Nov 26, 2026, 4:30 AM EST
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Embrace the holiday spirit with a scenic 5K run or walk along Daytona Beach, complete with finisher medals and age group awards.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
FestiveGreat for
- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyStart your Thanksgiving holiday with an exhilarating 5K run or walk along the beautiful Daytona Beach. This annual event invites you to lace up and enjoy a scenic course as the sun rises, creating a memorable morning for all. Participants will receive a finisher medal, and those aiming for a top spot can compete for custom age group awards. It's a festive and fun-filled gathering, perfect for making holiday memories with family and friends.
What to expect
- Enjoy a scenic course along Daytona Beach as the sun rises.
- Receive a finisher medal to commemorate your achievement.
- Compete for custom age group awards if you're aiming for a top spot.
Standout details
- Finisher medal for every participant
- Custom age group awards
- Thanksgiving morning tradition
- Scenic Daytona Beach course
Perks & features
- Awards
- Medal
Awards
MedalFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Distances & registration
4 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
100m
1 option · closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
6mo 28d 10h 41m leftKids Trot -50-100 meters
Closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:59 PM EST · From $0.00
5K
3 options · closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
6mo 28d 10h 41m leftRun/Walk - Chip Timed
Closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:59 PM EST · From $28.70
Youth Registration - Chip Timed
Closes Nov 26, 2026, 6:59 PM EST · From $28.70
Virtual 5k
Closes Nov 21, 2026, 6:59 PM EST · From $38.98
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
3 5K finishers in 2025. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
26:53
Think middle-of-the-pack, using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Relaxed front
Past results suggest the front of the field is less intense than many races. Front-group read: 24:28.
People mix
More women
About 67% women and 33% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2025, this looks like a small field: 3 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 26:53. The quicker front of the field averaged about 24:28. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Overall observed placement
Top 3 (from finish order in our sample)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2025 | 3 | 26:53 | 16:59:36 | 24:28 | 24:28 / 26:53 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Join Us for the 7th Annual Daytona Beach Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk!
Join us for an exhilarating start to your Thanksgiving at the 7th Annual Daytona Beach Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on November 26, 2026. Lace up your sneakers and be ready at 7:30 am to hit the scenic course as the sun rises over the beautiful Daytona Beach. Every participant will proudly receive a finisher medal, and for those aiming for the top spots, custom age group awards await the winners. Don't miss this festive and fun-filled event where fitness meets holiday spirit! Register now to secure your spot and make memories with family and friends.