When are the South Dakota turkey trots in 2026?

All 4 races are on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26, 2026. The earliest starts at 9:00 AM: Shoe Science Turkey Trot 5K (Aberdeen).

Are there free turkey trots in South Dakota?

None of the 4 we list is free. The cheapest entry right now is Shoe Science Turkey Trot 5K (Aberdeen) at $25.

Which South Dakota turkey trots have a 10K or longer?

None of the 4 we list goes past a 10K. 4 are 5Ks.

Which South Dakota turkey trots have a kids' run?

1 of 4 add a kids' dash or fun run: TURKEY TROT (Rapid City).

How cold is Thanksgiving morning in Sioux Falls?

At 8 AM it's usually 26°F, feeling like 16°F. Over the last 20 Thanksgivings it ranged from 4°F in 2014 to 43°F in 2012. It was at or below freezing in 17 of those years.

South Dakota turkey trots 2026

4 races in South Dakota on Thanksgiving morning, the first starts at 9:00 AM. Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov 26.

Thanksgiving morning in Sioux Falls

Usually 26°F at 8 AM, feeling like 16°F

In 18 of the last 20 years it was between 7°F and 37°F at 8 AM. It was at or below freezing 17 times. Counting wind chill, it felt that cold in 19 of 20. Rain or snow fell at start time in 1 of 20. Typical wind is 9mph.

Coldest

4°F

2014, felt like -5°F

Warmest

43°F

2012, 10mph wind

Last year

19°F

2025, felt like 11°F

8 AM on every Thanksgiving since 2006

TemperatureFelt likeAt or below freezing

32°F

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4 races

Shoe Science Turkey Trot 5K

Aberdeen · starts 9:00 AM

Usually 24°F at 9:00 AM, feels like 16°F

Includes: Long Sleeve T-Shirt & Shoe Science Coupon

$25

Community Thanksgiving Run

Brookings

Usually 23°F at 8 AM, feels like 15°F

TURKEY TROT

Rapid City · starts 9:00 AM

5KKids' run

Usually 29°F at 9:00 AM, feels like 22°F

Yankton Turkey Trot

Yankton

Usually 28°F at 8 AM, feels like 20°F

South Dakota turkey trot questions

When are the South Dakota turkey trots in 2026?: All 4 races are on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26, 2026. The earliest starts at 9:00 AM: Shoe Science Turkey Trot 5K (Aberdeen).
Are there free turkey trots in South Dakota?: None of the 4 we list is free. The cheapest entry right now is Shoe Science Turkey Trot 5K (Aberdeen) at $25.
Which South Dakota turkey trots have a 10K or longer?: None of the 4 we list goes past a 10K. 4 are 5Ks.
Which South Dakota turkey trots have a kids' run?: 1 of 4 add a kids' dash or fun run: TURKEY TROT (Rapid City).
How cold is Thanksgiving morning in Sioux Falls?: At 8 AM it's usually 26°F, feeling like 16°F. Over the last 20 Thanksgivings it ranged from 4°F in 2014 to 43°F in 2012. It was at or below freezing in 17 of those years.

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