21Nov
5k Fun Run & Walk with T-shirt
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 00:00
- Entry fee
- $32.05
31st Annual UWL 5k Turkey Trot
La Crosse,
Wisconsin,
United States
28 days left
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Date
21 Nov, 2026
Races
4 distances
Entry fee
$5.21 – $32.05
Runner rating
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Website
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31st Annual UWL 5k Turkey Trot
About the event
Step into La Crosse's cherished holiday tradition with the 31st Annual UWL Turkey Trot Fun Run & Walk on November 21, 2026. Presented by Z93 and GPC - Bubbl'r, this family-friendly event invites runners of all ages to lace up their shoes for a festive 5k through scenic La Crosse neighborhoods. The route winds past historic landmarks and vibrant parks, offering participants stunning fall foliage views as they make their way around the course.
In addition to the main race, younger trotters can join in on special Junior Gobbler races featuring a fun dash and half-mile run. These events provide an engaging introduction to running for kids while fostering a sense of community among families attending the event together. The day also includes a coloring contest that encourages creativity and excitement leading up to race day.
The UWL Turkey Trot has been a beloved Thanksgiving tradition in La Crosse, bringing friends and neighbors together to celebrate health, fitness, and family fun.
In addition to the main race, younger trotters can join in on special Junior Gobbler races featuring a fun dash and half-mile run. These events provide an engaging introduction to running for kids while fostering a sense of community among families attending the event together. The day also includes a coloring contest that encourages creativity and excitement leading up to race day.
The UWL Turkey Trot has been a beloved Thanksgiving tradition in La Crosse, bringing friends and neighbors together to celebrate health, fitness, and family fun.
Races offered
21Nov
5k Fun Run & Walk without Tshirt
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 00:00
- Entry fee
- $21.32
21Nov
Junior Gobbler Dash or 1/2 Mile with T-shirt
Running
- Distance
- 3.2K
- Start time
- 00:00
- Entry fee
- $21.32
21Nov
Junior Gobbler Dash or 1/2 Mile without T-shirt
Running
- Distance
- 3.2K
- Start time
- 00:00
- Entry fee
- $5.21
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for November in La Crosse.
Temperature0.3° / 8.0°
Feels like-4.0° / 3.7°
Sunshine hours5h 59m
Rainfall1.6 mm
Snowfall0.2 cm
Wind12.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity71.5%
Max UV indexLow (2.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:59
Sunset17:39
About La Crosse
Learn more about the host city, La Crosse.
La Crosse is a city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States, and its county seat. Positioned alongside the Mississippi River, La Crosse is the most populous city on Wisconsin's western border. The population was 52,680 at the 2020 census. The La Crosse–Onalaska metropolitan area has an estimated 140,000 residents.
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