Utah County has four Thanksgiving morning races on Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026.
- Runtastic Thankful in Lehi is the big one: a half marathon, 10K, 5K and kids' half mile.
- Earn Your Turkey in Orem puts frozen turkeys on the course for runners to carry to the finish.
- Springville's Hobble Before You Gobble is the cheapest timed race at $20, and its profits go to Utah Valley Refugees.
- Eagle Mountain's untimed 5K lists no fee.
Details are from each race's registration or city page, read Nov. 9, 2026. Prices rise as race day nears, so register early. After the race, see what's open on Thanksgiving.
The races at a glance
| Race | City | Distances | First start | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runtastic Thankful | Lehi | Half, 10K, 5K, kids' half mile | 7:45 a.m. | $54.95 (5K) to $129.95 (half) |
| Earn Your Turkey | Orem | 4-mile run, 2-mile walk, kids | 8 a.m. | See registration page |
| Hobble Before You Gobble | Springville | 10K, 5K, 1K fun run | 7:45 a.m. | $20; fun run $12 |
| Eagle Mountain Turkey Trot | Eagle Mountain | About 3.1 miles, untimed | 8 a.m. | No fee listed |
Runtastic Thankful, Lehi
- Where: 2912 Executive Parkway, Lehi.
- Starts: half marathon 7:45 a.m., 10K 8 a.m., 5K 8:20 a.m., kids' half mile (ages 1 to 12) 10:30 a.m.
- Price: half $129.95, 10K $64.95, 5K $54.95, kids $18.95. Prices go up after Nov. 24 at 11:59 p.m.
- You get: a long-sleeve race shirt, a finisher medal, stickers, free event photos and swag from local vendors.
Earn Your Turkey, Orem
- Where: starts in front of the Orem Family Fitness Center, 580 W. Center St., and finishes in the Mountain View High School parking lot. Kids' races are on the Mountain View track.
- Starts: 8 a.m.; kids' awards at 9:30.
- Distances: a 4-mile timed run (two laps, with awards), a 2-mile untimed walk or run, and kids' races by age group.
- The turkey part: frozen turkeys are on the course to claim and carry to the finish. Pies, shoe giveaways and raffles, too.
- Perks: running socks for the top 150 finishers, awards for the top five in each age group.
- Packet pickup: Wednesday, Nov. 25, 3 to 6:30 p.m., or race morning until 7:45 a.m.
- Part of the registration fee goes to charity.
Hobble Before You Gobble, Springville
- Where: Ray Arthur Wing Park, 950 W. 125 N., Springville.
- Starts: 10K 7:45 a.m. (two laps), 5K 8 a.m., 1K untimed fun run 9:30 a.m.
- Price: $20 for the 10K or 5K and $12 for the fun run (up from $15 and $10 before Oct. 31).
- You get: a race beanie and a participant medal, plus placement medals for top age-group finishers.
- Charity: all profits go to Utah Valley Refugees.
Eagle Mountain Turkey Trot
- Where: Cory B. Wride Memorial Park, 5806 Pony Express Parkway.
- Starts: 8 a.m. sharp; arrive early.
- Distance: about 3.12 miles, untimed, no prizes.
- Who: walkers, runners, kids in strollers and leashed pets are all welcome. Refreshments and giveaways afterward while supplies last.
- Register online through the city's event page.
The day after: Payson's Santa Dash
Payson City's Peteetneet Santa Dash is a one-mile run or walk on Friday, Nov. 27, starting at 4 p.m. and finishing at the Peteetneet Museum, 10 N. 600 E. It's $8, the first 100 people get a Santa hat, and finishers get hot chocolate and a doughnut while waiting for the Christmas lights to come on. The city's page doesn't print the year, so confirm when you register.
No Provo race this year?
The Provo Turkey Trot's registration page still shows its 2023 race as postponed, with a new date to be announced, so we couldn't confirm a Provo race for 2026. Nearby, Lindon's Turkey Trot (a 5K and family fun run) is listed for Saturday, Nov. 21, on ProvoFOMO's November calendar; check Lindon City's site for times and fees.
Related guides
- Running races in Utah Valley
- Thanksgiving in Utah Valley
- What's open on Thanksgiving 2026
- Things to do in Eagle Mountain
- Things to do in Payson
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Frequently Asked Questions
What turkey trots are in Utah County on Thanksgiving 2026?
Runtastic Thankful in Lehi (half marathon, 10K, 5K and kids' half mile), Earn Your Turkey in Orem (4-mile timed run, 2-mile walk and kids' races), Hobble Before You Gobble in Springville (10K, 5K and 1K fun run) and the Eagle Mountain Turkey Trot (about 3.1 miles, untimed). All are Thursday, Nov. 26.
What's the cheapest turkey trot in Utah County?
Springville's Hobble Before You Gobble is $20 for the 10K or 5K and $12 for the fun run, with profits going to Utah Valley Refugees. Eagle Mountain's page lists no entry fee.
When does the Runtastic Thankful race in Lehi start?
The half marathon starts at 7:45 a.m., the 10K at 8, the 5K at 8:20 and the kids' half mile at 10:30, at 2912 Executive Parkway in Lehi. Prices go up after Nov. 24 at 11:59 p.m.
What is Earn Your Turkey in Orem?
A Thanksgiving morning race starting at 8 a.m. in front of the Orem Family Fitness Center, 580 W. Center St., with a 4-mile timed run, a 2-mile untimed walk or run and kids' races. Frozen turkeys are placed on the course for runners to claim and carry to the finish, and the top 150 finishers get socks.
Is the Eagle Mountain Turkey Trot free?
Eagle Mountain's event page lists no entry fee. Register online through the city's link. It's untimed, starts at 8 a.m. at Cory B. Wride Memorial Park, and welcomes strollers and leashed pets.
Is there a Provo Turkey Trot?
Not that we could confirm for 2026. The Provo Turkey Trot's registration page still shows its 2023 race as postponed, with a new date to be announced.
Sources
The facts in this guide were checked against these sources. Hours, fees and rules change, so confirm anything time-sensitive with the source before you go. How we make Provo.com.
- Eagle Mountain City: Turkey Trot, Eagle Mountain City. Checked November 9, 2026.
- Peteetneet Santa Dash, Payson City. Checked November 9, 2026.
- Things to Do in Utah County in November 2026, ProvoFOMO. Checked November 9, 2026.
- Runtastic THANKFUL, RunSignup. Checked November 9, 2026.
- Earn Your Turkey: Race Information, RaceEntry. Checked November 9, 2026.
- Hobble Before You Gobble, RunnerCard. Checked November 9, 2026.
- Provo Turkey Trot, RunSignup. Checked November 9, 2026.
