Thurston Turkey Trot

Thurston Turkey Trot

Join us on Thanksgiving morning, November 28, for the annual Thurston Turkey Trot. You can run or walk the 5K or 1-mile events—it's the perfect way to kick off your holiday.

Location: 115 S Main St, Thurston, NE, US - 68062

Event Details:

• 5K Run: Distance: 3.1 Miles, Price: $30.00 - $35.00.
• 1 Mile Turkey Trot: Distance: 1 Mile, Price: $30.00 - $35.00.

Both events start at 8 a.m. Entry fee includes a long-sleeved t-shirt, plus water, coffee, bananas, and Eileen's cookies at the finish line.

Proceeds benefit the Jeff and Carol Memorial Scholarship at Pender Public Schools, helping two graduating seniors each receive $1,000.

Men's 5K Course Record: 17:16 held by Addison Albin of Parkville, MO (Norfolk, NE native) set in 2018

Women's 5K Course Record: 19:17 held by Lisa Ryan from Sioux City, IA