Nashville Turkey Trot 10 Mile and 5K

Nashville Turkey Trot 10 Mile and 5K takes place in Nashville, Tennessee, on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. Both formats start at 8:30 a.m.: a 10-mile run for those who want a real distance before the holiday meal, and a 5K (3.1 miles) that suits runners and walkers alike. The event is a Thanksgiving tradition in Nashville built around runs and walks, and event details can change, so it is worth checking the organizer's official information as the date approaches.

Ten miles on Thanksgiving morning is an unusual and appealing option: it is long enough to count as the week's long run and sits nicely as a tune-up for anyone training toward a winter or spring half marathon. Give yourself eight to ten weeks with a weekly long run building to 9 or 10 miles and one steady tempo session. The 5K is the sensible pick for a first race, a family outing, or a quick effort if your legs are tired from a fall marathon.