Celebrating its 40th year, the Turkey Trot returns to Downtown Baton Rouge on the morning of Thanksgiving 2026. This race is a local thanksgiving tradition - one that serves the community by keeping them active and fit through racing and by partnering with the March of Dimes as a fund-raiser to help their organization financially and by spreading the word about the work they do. Come run, walk or jog the 5K or the 1 mile fun run with your family and friends and #earnyourturkey.

The 5K course and the 1 Mile course start and end on 4th Street at Convention Street in downtown Baton Rouge.  

The 1 Mile course will turn around on Spanish Town Rd and return to the finish line.

The 5K course leads runners around the State Capital and Arsenal Park before returning to the finish.