Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot 2026 — Woodruff, WI

Date
November 26, 2026
Location
Woodruff, WI
Venue
9035 Blumenstein Road
Start Time
9:00 AM
Sunrise
7:14 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00 – $40.00
Events
Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot takes place on November 26, 2026, in Woodruff, Wisconsin, at 9035 Blumenstein Road. The event features a 1-mile running distance with a typical start time of 9:00 AM. Entry prices range from $35.00 to $40.00.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for the 9th Annual Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving Day. Race starts at 9 AM. The area's only Turkey Trot welcomes friends and families to trot through the streets of Woodruff before the Thanksgiving feast begins. The Turkey Trot begins and ends at the Faith Church in Woodruff (9035 Blumenstein Rd, Woodruff -- Road between Trigs & Walmart off of Hwy 70 W) T-shirts are only guaranteed if registered by November 10th . Shirts will be available race day if quantity allows (limited sizes). Because of limited PARKING -- WE WILL STOP REGISTRATION AT THE FIRST 500 WHO ARE REGISTERED! Medals for top 3 finishers Male & Female. Medals for top 3 in the following age groups for female & male: 9 & Under, 10-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. Special PRIZE for top male and female overall winners. WE Encourage YOU to Pick-up Your Race Bib and T-shirt Wednesday. There will be 2 $50 gift card drawings that you can automatically enter when you pick up your bibs on Wednesday! Race Packet Pickup and IN Person Registration: Wednesday: 4:00 - 6:00 PM or Thursday: 7:00 - 8:45 AM Online registration will close at 3:45 PM on Wednesday and reopen at 6:30 PM after Packet Pickup. You can register in person at Packet Pickup. Register online until 6:30 AM on Thanksgiving. Online pricing increases to $40 after Wednesday's bib pickup/registration, so register before 6:30 PM Wednesday to get the early price. In person race morning registration is $45. Race Results

Course & Travel Notes

The Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot takes place at 1608 ft elevation in Woodruff, Wisconsin, with a 9:00 AM start time occurring 1 hour 46 minutes after sunrise at 7:14 AM on November 26, 2026. November weather normals for the area show an average high of 37°F and average low of 22°F, with precipitation occurring on 37% of days. Rhinelander Oneida County Airport (RHI) is the nearest airport, located 21.8 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 1,608 ft elevation☀️ Typically 37°F / 22°F · 37% chance of rain✈️ Rhinelander Oneida County Airport (RHI) — 21.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot 2026 — Woodruff, WI?

Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot 2026 — Woodruff, WI takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Woodruff, Wisconsin.

Where is Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot 2026 — Woodruff, WI held?

Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot 2026 — Woodruff, WI is held at 9035 Blumenstein Road in Woodruff, Wisconsin.

Where can I find hotels near Minocqua/Woodruff Turkey Trot 2026 — Woodruff, WI?

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