Toys for Tots Turkey Trot 5k & Kids Run

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Date 14 Nov, 2026
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Toys for Tots Turkey Trot 5k & Kids Run

About the event

🦃Join us for the Toys for Tots Turkey Trot 5k & kids run!

🎉Run for a Cause, Make a Difference! ;) 

Get ready to lace up your runing shoes for a heartwarming day of fitness, fun, and community spirit at our Toys for Tots Turkey Trot 5k & kids Run! This familyt-friendly event isn't just about crossing the finish line- its about kicking off the holiday season by givign back to chldren in need. 

 

🗓️Date: Saturday, November 14th, 2026

📍Location: Grover Nelson Park (2070 Zoo Ln, Abilene,TX 79602)

⏰Time: 8:00am- 10:30am

 

What to Expect: 

☀️A fun 5k Course: Whether you're a seasoned runner or just out for a good time, this scenic route is perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Expect great views, good vibes, adn cheering crowds!

👟Kids Run: Let the little ones join the fun! Our safe, short kids run is designed just for young runners and includes all the excitement of race day.

🎁Bring a Toy: Help make the holidays brighter! Please bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots. Every gift brings a smile to a local child this season. 

 

🥇Prizes:  Top 3 overall finishers will win fun and exciting prizes!

Why Participate? 
By joining the Turkey Trot 5k &Kids Run, you’re doing more than running- you’re spreading hope, kindness, and joy to children in our community. Start your November off right by making a meaningful impact while enjoying a great morning with friends and family. 

📝 Registration details

Early Bird Registration: 

November 2nd, 2026 - Nov 13th, 3026 at 6pm

Day-of registration:

November 14th, 2026 from 8am-8:30am 

Race Times:

Kids race will start at 9am 

5k Race will start immediately following the completion of the Kids Race

 

Let’s run with purpose- and a little turkey flair! 🦃🎽

Races offered

14Nov

TOYS FOR TOTS TURKEY TROT 5K & KIDS RUN

Running

Distance
4.8K
Start time
08:00
Entry fee
$0.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for November in Abilene.

Temperature9.6° / 20.9°
Feels like6.1° / 17.6°
Sunshine hours8h 55m
Rainfall1.8 mm
Snowfall—
Wind14.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity60.2%
Max UV indexLow (2.0)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:08
Sunset17:38

About Abilene

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Abilene is a city in Taylor and Jones counties, Texas, United States. Its population was 125,182 at the 2020 census. It is the principal city of the Abilene metropolitan statistical area, which had a population of 176,579 as of 2020. Abilene is home to three Christian universities: Abilene Christian University, McMurry University, and Hardin–Simmons University. It is the county seat of Taylor County. Dyess Air Force Base is located on the west side of the city.

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