2026 Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot

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The Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot is a fun 5k race beginning and ending at Greene Square Park. Burn off those turkey day calories and make room for more! Simultaneously, organizers have organized other Thanksgiving runs around the nation to form a multi-city running festival they call the American Turkey Tradition. Pit yourself against thousands of other runners from around the country, and see how well you do on the local and national leaderboard.

👍 Run Pick of the Month: Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon

📍Milwaukee - October 3-4, 2026

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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅PR-friendly terrain
✅ Incredible community and high-fives at every hydration station
✅ Post-race celebration with local brews, great food, and a lakefront festival that only Milwaukee can throw

Ready to experience one of the most scenic courses in the Midwest? Enjoy a fast, flat, and famously beautiful run along the stunning shores of Lake Michigan. Whether you are aiming for a Boston qualifying time or crossing your first finish line, this race offers the perfect backdrop for your next big achievement.

With options from the 5K through to the Marathon, every mile is designed to keep you moving and inspired.

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