The Wildwood 5K and 10K Turkey Trot is a running event held on November 26, 2026, in Grover, Missouri, at Wildwood Farmers Market. Participants can choose from three distances: a 10K, a 5K, or a 500-yard option, making it accessible for runners of varying abilities and ages. The race starts at 8:30 AM. Entry fees range from free to $59.00, depending on registration details. Whether you're training seriously or running with family, this Thanksgiving-themed event offers flexibility in distance and cost. Grover provides a small-town setting for your race weekend, and planning accommodation near the venue will make for a convenient morning start.
From the Race Organizer
Welcome to the TROTTINATOR. A premier Turkey Trot in Wildwood Missouri! Brought to you by Rockinator Racing. Starting at 8:30am, the Trottinator is a fun family friendly 5k and 10k Thanksgiving morning event.! Run walk or jog starting from racers village at the Farmers market down the pedestrian pathway to beautiful Wildwood Park and back across the Wildwood Sky bridge for a perfect pre turkey 5k. OR take the turn around in Racers village for the 10k. Free 1/4 mile kids dash with "Trottinator" Metal finisher award and all kids get a cool race number to wear on race day. Get them signed up and chase that Turkey down! FINISHERS MEDAL INCLUDED! Plus Custom Turkey Trottinator Medal pins and awards to top 3 in Age Groups. (1-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+) Trottinator T-SHIRT INCLUDED as well as a Rockinator Racing Neck Buff INCLUDED! For registering, you not only get an awesome 5 or 10K Run on beautiful paved Wildwood Greenway, you get a Wildwood Turkey "Trottinator" Finishers Medal, The world famous TROTTINATOR soft spun finishers T-Shirt, Racers Village Donuts, A Trottinator neck buff, Race Snacks, Soda Drinks, Stacked Water Cups at the aid stations, Sports Drink, post race Beer, Professional Chip Timing, Aid stations at mile 2 and 4, Music pumping at racer village, Awards Ceremony, Free Race Tracking, and Free downloadable Pics, Whew! Cheer on your friends and family! A great way to start your Thanksgiving festivities. Please consider donating to The Rockwoods School District Cross Country program. 100% of proceeds go to help keep kids in shoes, jackets, tarps, drinks, and general program support. If you know someone on the XC or Track Teams you can donate in their name and they will receive an email knowing you are thinking of and supporting them. Packet pick up at Wildwood Pub Tuesday Nov-25th from 3-7 pm and race morning from 7 to 8:10 am. We also provide Free course tracking. Your friends and family can follow you (and you can follow others) on the course in real time and send cheers. See the Race Joy app information at the bottom of the page to get started. The National Anthem goes off at 8:26, then a quick warm up, and off you go at 8:30! Its gonna be a great day, get signed up, tell your friends to join you, and lets gooo!!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 26.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Grover, MO.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is WILDWOOD 5K and 10K Turkey Trot 2026 — Grover, MO?
WILDWOOD 5K and 10K Turkey Trot 2026 — Grover, MO takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Grover, Missouri.
Where is WILDWOOD 5K and 10K Turkey Trot 2026 — Grover, MO held?
WILDWOOD 5K and 10K Turkey Trot 2026 — Grover, MO is held at Wildwood Farmers Market in Grover, Missouri.
Where can I find hotels near WILDWOOD 5K and 10K Turkey Trot 2026 — Grover, MO?
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