The Sportspectrum Turkey Trot takes place on November 26, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana, at Stoner Boat Launch. This running event features a 1-mile distance with a typical start time of 8:00 AM, making it accessible for runners of various fitness levels looking for a pre-holiday workout. The early morning start gives participants time to settle into their day before or after the race.
From the Race Organizer
Sponsored By: Sportspectrum & the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana Special Thanks To: Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana, Red River Waterway Commission, SPAR, Sportspectrum Race Management. Date and Starting Times: Thanksgiving Morning November 26, 2026 1/2 Mile Fun Run @ 8:00 am - 3 mile Run @ 8:30 am Entry Fee: Pre-registration thru Nov.15th, $25.00 Nov. 16th - Nov. 25th, $30.00 Race Day $40.00 Entry Fee for Kids 1/2 mile fun run $15.00 includes Long Sleeve Race Shirt (ages 10-under) **If you do not want another race shirt, but would like to race. You can save $5.00 by choosing "I do not want another race shirt" when registering. Packet Pick-up: You may pick your race packet up at Sportspectrum 6970 Fern Ave., Shreveport starting on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10:00am to 5:30pm NO SUNDAY PACKET PICK UP - Store closed due to the Log Jammer Marathon Monday, Nov. 23 thru Wednesday Nov. 25 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Thanksgiving morning at the race site from 7:30am to 8:20am. You must register by 3:30 p.m. November 13th to guarantee a t-shirt. All race packets not picked up by the start of the race will be given to our wonderful volunteers. Race Course: The three mile run starts and finishes at Stoner Boat Launch off the Clyde Fant Parkway. Awards: First place overall male and female will receive a Turkey. No trophies will be awarded. Come out & start your Thanksgiving morning with friends & family. Post Party: Stick around for fun, music, and refreshments after the race. So come out and have some fun Thanksgiving morning! Refund & Race entry transfer policy: Refunds: We understand that things come up. If you can no longer run the race, and need cancel more than 30 days in advance, you will receive 100% refund. If you cancel between 30 days and two weeks prior to race day, you will receive 50% refund. We will not allow any refunds less than two weeks before race day. No exceptions. Race entry Transfers: We will allow race entry transfers to another person as long as the transfer is done at least two weeks prior to race day. There is a $10.00 charge for transfers. No exceptions. Please contact SRM if you need to cancel or want to transfer a race entry. Email: run.srm@gmail.com
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When is Sportspectrum Turkey Trot 2026 — Shreveport, LA?
Sportspectrum Turkey Trot 2026 — Shreveport, LA takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Where is Sportspectrum Turkey Trot 2026 — Shreveport, LA held?
Sportspectrum Turkey Trot 2026 — Shreveport, LA is held at Stoner Boat Launch in Shreveport, Louisiana.
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