Fort Lauderdale Turkey Trot

Fort Lauderdale Turkey Trot returns for its 15th annual edition in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on November 26, 2026. The race is a 5K (3.1 miles) with an early 7:30 a.m. start, so you can be done well before the rest of the holiday gets going. As a Thanksgiving Day race in South Florida, it draws a mix of runners after a fast time and families looking for a festive morning activity.

South Florida in late November is generally kinder to runners than the northern states, but the early start still helps you avoid the warmer part of the day. For a fast 5K, eight weeks of steady running with one interval session a week and a few strides after easy runs will do the job; back off during the final few days so your legs are fresh. First-timers can build from a run/walk routine to 30 minutes of continuous running over the same window. Since the start is at 7:30 a.m., plan to arrive early and keep breakfast light and familiar.