Proving Ground: Turkey Time Trial

Name: Proving Ground: Turkey Time Trial
Start: 2026-10-12
End: 2026-10-12
Location: Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

calendar_today 12 Oct, 2026

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About the Event

Toronto's Thanksgiving weekend welcomes runners of all levels with its annual 3K Turkey Time Trial. This iconic track race offers participants an opportunity to test their speed over the classic distance while embracing the cherished tradition of the turkey trot. Whether you're a varsity athlete gearing up for competition, someone looking to improve your road running skills ahead of a future 5k event, or simply aiming to refine your fitness before tackling longer distances, this time trial is designed to challenge and inspire runners across various abilities.
Participants can look forward to an early-bird discount when signing up in advance. The race day will be followed by the chance to relax with coffee and freshly baked treats, creating a festive atmosphere for all attendees.
Join us on October 12, 2026, as we celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving through running and community.

Races Offered

T.T.T.S. 02 - 3K

Oct 12, 2026

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Distance — 3K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

00:00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Toronto.

thermostat Temperature

8.4° / 16.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

5.3° / 13.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

7h 48m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

13.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

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72.9%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:33

nightlight Sunset

18:32

About Toronto

Learn more about the host city, Toronto.

Toronto is the most populous city in Canada and the capital city of the Canadian province of Ontario. It is located on a harbour at the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. The city is the fourth-most populous city in North America, behind Mexico City, New York City, and Los Angeles, with a census population of 2,794,356 as of 2021. The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is constituted of Toronto proper and four surrounding regions, Peel, York, Durham, and Halton, and has a population of 6,712,341, while the Toronto census metropolitan area (CMA), with a somewhat different definition, has a population of 7,106,379. Toronto is an international centre of business, finance, arts, sports, and culture, and is recognized as one of the most multicultural and cosmopolitan cities in the world.

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