The Ebensburg Turkey Trot is a running event held on November 26, 2026, in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania, at 209 W. Sample Street. The race offers a 1-mile distance with a start time of 9:00 AM. Entry fees range from $30.00 to $35.00.
From the Race Organizer
Join us for the 16th running of the Ebensburg Turkey Trot in 2026. The lively and festive 5k course will cover the streets of Ebensburg on Thanksgiving morning starting at 9AM. REGISTRATION Online registration is open until Wednesday, November 25th at 11:59 PM. As with previous years, there will be no race day registration. Don't want to register online? You can also register in person now through Wednesday, November 25th at Up-N-Running in Ebensburg. Save on registration fees and get an in store discount when you register in store. SWAG Race swag for 2026 will be shirts again. Register by November 2nd to guarantee that you get shirt size you want and not miss out on the best race swag! RACE WEEK Early packet pickup will be TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY of race week during normal business hours at Up-N-Running. Race day packet pickup will begin at 7:30 AM at Dauntless Fire Company. Please allow plenty of time race morning to pick up your packet. AWARDS/RESULTS Age group awards are given to Top 3 Male and Female in the following categories: Master's, Overall, 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 & 70+. Age group awards are Vale Wood Farms Ice Cream or Beer (for those of age) from Country Garden 6 Pack. Awards will be announced as soon as all age group award levels have been filled. Unclaimed awards will be donated to volunteers and/or the Dauntless Fire Company. Timing and results will be provided by GCXC Race Timing via disposable chip embedded in the race bib. COURSE RECORDS The course records for the Ebensburg Turkey Trot are: Men: Bryce Descavish - 15:13 (2021) Women: Delaney Dumm - 17:23 (2023) EARC/UNR offers an award of $100 to the man breaking the men's record and to the woman breaking the women's record. Sign up now so you don't miss out on the fun!
Course & Travel Notes
The Ebensburg Turkey Trot starts at 9:00 AM, which is 1 hour 47 minutes after sunrise at 7:13 AM on race day. The venue sits at 2149 feet elevation. In late November, typical weather normals include an average high of 48°F and average low of 28°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 46% of days. The nearest airport is John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport (JST), located 13.1 miles from the venue.
⛰️ 2,149 ft elevation☀️ Typically 48°F / 28°F · 46% chance of rain✈️ John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport (JST) — 13.1 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
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When is Ebensburg Turkey Trot 2026 — Ebensburg, PA?
Ebensburg Turkey Trot 2026 — Ebensburg, PA takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania.
Where is Ebensburg Turkey Trot 2026 — Ebensburg, PA held?
Ebensburg Turkey Trot 2026 — Ebensburg, PA is held at 209 W. Sample Street in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania.
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