Turkey Trot Midlothian

Turkey Trot Midlothian takes place in Midlothian, Texas, on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. The event features a single format, a 5K starting at 8:30 a.m., which gives you 3.1 miles of running or walking before the rest of the holiday begins.

A Thanksgiving 5K in a North Texas town like Midlothian is an easy tradition to build: families can walk or jog together, beginners can try their first timed race, and experienced runners can use it as a season-ending effort. If you are chasing a fast time, six to eight weeks of consistent running with one weekly session of intervals or tempo work and a longer easy run will sharpen your fitness. If you simply want to finish comfortably, two or three easy runs a week for a few weeks is plenty. Late November in Texas is typically mild, but mornings can be chilly, so bring a light layer for the 8:30 a.m. start and arrive early enough to warm up.