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Joplin Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26, 2026, 8:00 AM CST

Location
Joplin, MO
300 S. Main, 64801
Type
RUN
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  • 1 Miles

    Thu, Nov 26, 7:30 AM CST · From $18.84

    Opens Mar 13, 2026, 8:01 PM CDT · Closes Mar 17, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 5K

    Thu, Nov 26, 8:00 AM CST · From $34.74

    Opens Mar 13, 2026, 8:01 PM CDT · Closes Mar 17, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

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From the organizer

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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