Celina Turkey Trot

Celina Turkey Trot is held in Celina, Texas, on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026. The 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk opens the morning at 7:45 a.m., and the Celina Turkey Trot 5K (3.1 miles) starts at 8:30 a.m. The event pairs the races with music and family activities, and Thanksgiving costumes are encouraged, with a prize for the best turkey outfit. Awards go to the top overall, masters, and age-group finishers, and the event supports Lovepacs, an organization that helps children in need.

Overall, masters, and age-group awards mean the 5K has a competitive edge if you want one: line up near the front, warm up with an easy mile and a few strides, and run the first half mile controlled before pushing. Families can do the mile first and then cheer the 5K, or have everyone run both. If you are new to running, six weeks of three short sessions a week, mixing walking and jogging at first, will have you ready for 3.1 miles. A costume is optional, but a comfortable one will not slow you down much.