Joplin Turkey Trot

JOPLIN'S FAVORITE FAMILY TRADITION IS BACK FOR ITS 14TH YEAR!

Welcome to the 14th 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

Packet Pick-up:
Early packet pick-up: Wednesday, November 26 at the Schroeder Family Exploreum, 300 S. Main, 12-6PM. Please enter on the West (Joplin Ave) side of the building).
Late packet pick-up will be available on race day from 6:30 am - 7:45AM.

Chip Timing: Chip timing provided for all registered 5K participants by Heartland Racing Co.

Event shirts: 5K participants registered by November 14 will be guaranteed an event tee. After November 14, shirts will be given on a first come, first serve basis. Those participating in the 1 Mile Fun Run have the option of adding a shirt to their registration for just $10 until November 14.

Post-Race Goodies: Runners will enjoy donuts and coffee.

Awards: 5 year age category increments! Prizes will be awarded to the overall male and female in the 5K. Age category awards will be given for the following age categories: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

DJ: There will be professional DJ playing music and a professional race emcee keeping runners informed during the event.

Photographer: There will be a photographer on course capturing your finish. All photographs are free to download!

1 Mile Fun Run:
Fun Run participants under the age of 12 will receive a finisher's medal. All Fun Run participants will enjoy post-race snacks and festivities. Fun Run registration does NOT include a shirt, but a shirt may be purchased in addition to the registration via the check-out process.

FAQ:

1. Are strollers allowed on course?

   Yes! Please feel free to take your little one/s along for the run. 

2. Is this a pet friendly event?

    Absolutely! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are allowed on the race course. 

3. Where should I park?

     Main Street from 2nd to 7th will be closed to traffic. Parking is available on Joplin Avenue and Virginia Avenue.

4.  Can I walk the race?

     Of course! This is a family oriented event with a great mix of walkers and runners.

5.   Will the race be cancelled if the weather is bad?

       We will run rain or shine, wet or dry! Only in the event of severe weather including lightning will we postpone the start until the weather has passed.