Race Archive

Experience Downtown Houston’s Thanksgiving morning tradition—The Turkey Trot presented by Saint Arnold Brewing Company! Run, jog, or walk the 5K, 10K, or 1-Mile Turkey Trot course along the stunning Downtown Houston Skyline and kick off your holiday with purpose.

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with the “Gingerbread Lane” holiday race, a festive extravaganza set in the beautiful Texas parks and greenbelts! This cheerful event offers distances for every runner: a 1-mile jaunt, a 5K adventure, and a 10K challenge. Little ones can join in the fun with the exciting “Kids Dash,” a 50-meter sprint that will have the crowd roaring with cheers for these pint-sized racers.

By participating in the YMCA Turkey Dash 2025, you’ll be making a positive impact in our community. All proceeds from the event directly support the Katy community, funding scholarships to ensure that everyone can access YMCA memberships and programs.

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Katy Turkey Trot

June 4, 2026

Review of Katy YMCA 24th Annual Turkey Dash

This is a great option for a turkey trot if you live close to the Katy area. The path is flat, and it has a lot of participants! There are also a lot of fast runners in this one, so if you’re looking to be competitive, this is the perfect one.

Karen O.

What better way to give thanks and celebrate this Thanksgiving, than a morning with your closest friends and family! Run, Eat and Give Thanks! Pearland, Texas – a quiet town just outside of Houston, come and join us for the 9th Annual Pearland Turkey Trot!

Kick off your Thanksgiving celebration with a healthy and fun-filled event at the Houston Turkey Dash in Houston, Texas! Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a great way to spend time with family and friends, this event has something for everyone. Choose from a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or the Family 1K, and enjoy a scenic course, long or short, and celebrate gratitude for the time spent with family and friends.

Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k! A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

This November, lace up your running shoes and join us for the Turkey Shuffle, a delightful race set amidst the serene beauty of Texas parks and greenbelts. As autumn paints the landscape with vibrant hues and the Texas heat takes a brief respite, participants will have the chance to immerse themselves in the stunning fall colors while enjoying a well-organized and festive running experience.