Hotels Near 2026 Northeast Family YMCA Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Brought to you by Publix — Louisville, KY Nov 2026

Date

November 26, 2026

Location

Louisville, KY

Venue

9400 Mill Brook Rd

Start Time

9:00 AM

Sunrise

7:36 AM

Entry Fee

$20.00 – $45.00

Events

Turkey Trot 5k, Kids Trot

Includes

Shirt Size

The 2026 Northeast Family YMCA Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot starts at 9:00 AM on November 26th, giving you time to settle into your hotel the night before. This Louisville, Kentucky event, held at 9400 Mill Brook Rd and presented by Publix, offers two distances: a 1-mile option and a 5-mile race. Entry fees range from $20 to $45 depending on your chosen distance and registration timing. The event draws families and serious runners alike for a Thanksgiving morning workout. If you're traveling to Louisville for the race, book accommodation near the venue for an easy morning commute. Plan to arrive the day before to account for travel time and ensure you're rested before the early start.

From the Race Organizer

This year marks a milestone, as our annual Turkey Trot celebrates its 56th year! We’d like to invite you to celebrate with us by participating in this year’s 5k Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk! This family friendly event wouldn't be complete without a Kids Trot! Our kids trot is fun for all ages 2-10! Our course is set up on a football field near the finish line. We provide different distances to match each age level's abilities. Our Kids trot will start promptly at 10:00 am. Each race heat will be based off age and will be announced. Here are the distances by age group: All kids must report to the Football field by 9:45am. Each age group will be announced when to start their race. Races will go in this order: 3/4's 1 Length of Football Field 5/6's 1 Lap around Football Field 7/8's 2 Laps around Football Field 9/10's 2 Laps around Football Field Ultimate Challenge is for any children of all ages to complete 4 laps around the field.

Course & Travel Notes

The 2026 Northeast Family YMCA Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot takes place in Louisville, Kentucky, with Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) located 5.9 miles from the venue. The race begins at 9:00 AM, approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes after sunrise at 7:36 AM. The venue sits at an elevation of 472 feet. In November, typical weather normals for Louisville include average highs of 57°F and average lows of 38°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 34% of days.

⛰️ 472 ft elevation☀️ Typically 57°F / 38°F · 34% chance of rain✈️ Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) — 5.9 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 Northeast Family YMCA Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Brought to you by Publix — Louisville, KY?

2026 Northeast Family YMCA Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Brought to you by Publix — Louisville, KY takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Louisville, Kentucky.

Where is 2026 Northeast Family YMCA Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Brought to you by Publix — Louisville, KY held?

2026 Northeast Family YMCA Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Brought to you by Publix — Louisville, KY is held at 9400 Mill Brook Rd in Louisville, Kentucky.

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