Houston Area Turkey Trots

Updated November 2025

November is a month rich with family, friends, feasts, fall decor and crafts, and also…Fun Runs! Take a look at this lineup of 15 holiday-themed races in the greater Houston area this November.

Click on the Race names to open their websites. Registration fees tend to increase the closer it gets to Race Day.

The Great Houston Pie Run

{November 22 | Half, 10K, 5K, Kids, Virtual | First race 7:00 am | Timbergrove}
Held on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, the Great Houston Pie Run has a timed race with awards, beer, and yes – pie!​ Presented by Houston Running Co., this race is part of the holiday running series.

Turkey Trails

{November 23 | 10K, 5K, Kids, Virtual | First race 8:55 am | Sugar Land}
Turkey Trails is Thanksgiving-themed event for the whole family at Oyster Creek Park. Race swag includes a designer shirt & custom medal. Stick around at the finish line for live results and awards, free photos, and delicious treats.

Katy YMCA’s 23 Annual Turkey Dash

{November 27 | 10K, 5K, 1 Mi, Kids | First race 7:30 am | Katy}
The 23rd annual Thanksgiving morning race. Participants receive a shirt and medal, and awards are presented to winners of the chip-timed races.

Houston Turkey Dash

{November 27 | Half, 10K, 5K, 1 mi, Kids, Virtual | First race 6:45 am | Spring Branch}
A Thanksgiving morning tradition at Delmar Stadium, the Houston Turkey Dash offers several distances and a handcycle event. There is also a Virtual race option for those who prefer their own path.

Houston Methodist Turkey Trot

{November 27 | 10K, 5K, Kids, Virtual | First race 7:30 am | Galleria/Uptown}
The Houston Methodist Turkey Trot has been a Thanksgiving morning tradition for over 30 years. Experienced and beginning runners, families, and friends can participate in one of the many races, including a 10K Run/Walk, 5K Run/Walk, Virtual, and a Kids Run for ages 12 and under.

Addi’s Faith Turkey Day 5k & Kids Wishbone 1K

{November 27 | 5K, Kids | First race 8:00 am | Kingwood}
The 10th Annual Thanksgiving morning L3 Turkey Day 5k & Kids Wishbone 1K takes place in Kingwood Town Center Park. By participating in the race, runners are helping a community of pediatric cancer patients, and their families, enjoy the holidays a little bit more.

Lake Jackson Turkey Trot

{November 27 | 10K, 5K, Kids | First race 7:30 am | Lake Jackson}
The 13th Annual Lake Jackson Turkey Trot, held on Thanksgiving morning, benefits the Lake Jackson Intermediate and Rasco Middle School Bands.

Pearland Turkey Trot

{November 27 | 6 Mi, 4 Mi, 1 Mi, Kids | First race 7:30 am | Pearland}
Celebrate Thanksgiving morning with your closest friends and family at the Pearland Turkey Trot. Choose from the 6-mile, 4-mile, 1-mile or Kids K.

Sugarland Turkey Trot

{November 27 | 5 Mi, 2.8 Mi, Kids| First race 7:45 am | Sugarland}
The 40th annual Sugar Land Turkey Trot will be held in the Sugar Creek subdivision. This race is a tribute to Coach Andy Stewart, who started the first Houston-area Turkey Trot in 1986. Distances: 1-mile kids run, a 5-mile timed race and a 2.8-mile family walk or jog.

The Turkey Trot

{November 27 | 10K, 5K, 1 mi | First race 7:00 am | Downtown}
Presented by Saint Arnold Brewing Company, The Turkey Trot is Downtown Houston’s Thanksgiving morning tradition. This is a family-friendly event. A significant percentage of sales supports CoolxDad charity.

YMCA Run Thru the Woods

{November 27 | 5 Mi, 3 Mi, Kids | First race 7:30 am | The Woodlands}
The 36th Annual YMCA Run Thru the Woods supports non-profits local to The Woodlands, Spring and Oak Ridge communities. Historically, more than $3.5 million dollars has been raised. Turkey costumes are encouraged but not required!

Gobble Wobble Turkey Trot

{November 27 | 10K, 5K, Kids, Virtual | First race 4:30 pm | Downtown}
If timed, morning races aren’t your thing, The Gobble Wobble Turkey Trot might be just what you’re looking for. This casual, untimed, sunset event takes place the Friday following Thanksgiving Day. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or Virtual Half, or Family mile. All races begin at Eleanor Tinsley Park.

Turkey Trek Tomball

{November 30 | 5K, Kids | First race 8:30 am | Tomball}
Tomball’s debut Turkey Trek. A smaller scale, Sunday morning race for the whole family at Burroughs Park.

Please Note: While we make every effort to crosscheck current links and event details on our guides, we always encourage you to do the same before making final plans. If details are missing or incorrect, please let us know so that we can make every attempt to correct them.  And if you know of any other Houston area Turkey Trots this month, include them in the comments to keep the list going!