Hotels Near Turkey Trot at Wahlert High School 2026 — Dubuque, IA Nov 2026

Date

November 26, 2026

Location

Dubuque, IA

Venue

2005 Kane St

Start Time

9:00 AM

Sunrise

7:07 AM

Entry Fee

$20.00

Events

Turkey Trot Run/Walk

The Turkey Trot at Wahlert High School takes place on November 26, 2026, in Dubuque, Iowa, at 2005 Kane St. The event features a 5-mile running race with a typical start time of 9:00 AM and an entry price of $20.00.

From the Race Organizer

54th ANNUAL THANKSGIVING DAY TURKEY TROT RUN—2.5 MILE AND 5 MILE When/Where: Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026, at Wahlert Catholic High School in Dubuque, Iowa Ages: 4 years and older Registration: In the Wahlert Catholic gym 6:00 pm-7:15 pm Wednesday November 25th and 7:30-8:45 am Thursday November 26th Pre-registered runners/walkers can pick up their bib number and/or shirt at this time in the balcony of the gym. Entry Fee: $20 (cash, cc and/or a check payable to Wahlert Catholic High School) T shirts: Long-sleeve performance fit shirts will be available for purchase from store website or day of the race. Cost is $20. (limited supply) After November 21th SHIRTS CAN NOW ONLY BE PURCHASED AT RACE VENUE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST Register online and reserve a t-shirt to be picked up the day of the race. Sizes: YM, YL, S, M, L, XL, XXL Race Times: 9:00 2.5 mile and 5 mile race will begin at the same time Awards: A certificate for a turkey will be awarded to the first place finisher in each age division of the 2.5 and 5-mile race. Course: 2.5 mile Start in front of Mazzuchelli Catholic and head east on Kane St. go left on Balboa Dr. then left on North Grandview the left on W 32nd St go right on left on Carter Rd. then left on Kane St back to Wahlert Catholic for the finish. 5 mile- repeat the 2.5-mile loop

Course & Travel Notes

The Turkey Trot at Wahlert High School in Dubuque, Iowa takes place at 856 ft elevation with a 9:00 AM start time, occurring after the 7:07 AM sunrise. November typically brings average highs of 46°F and lows of 29°F, with measurable precipitation on 27% of days. Dubuque Regional Airport is located 8 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 856 ft elevation☀️ Typically 46°F / 29°F · 27% chance of rain✈️ Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) — 8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Turkey Trot at Wahlert High School 2026 — Dubuque, IA?

Turkey Trot at Wahlert High School 2026 — Dubuque, IA takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Dubuque, Iowa.

Where is Turkey Trot at Wahlert High School 2026 — Dubuque, IA held?

Turkey Trot at Wahlert High School 2026 — Dubuque, IA is held at 2005 Kane St in Dubuque, Iowa.

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