Tampa Bay Turkey Day 5K Thursday November 26, 2026 🦃🏃♀️☀️ Start your Thanksgiving with fresh air, festive fun, and a scenic run along beautiful Tampa Bay! The Tampa Bay Turkey Day 5K welcomes runners, walkers, families, and turkey trot enthusiasts of all ages for a memorable holiday tradition filled with community spirit and waterfront views. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just earning that extra slice of pumpkin pie, this fun-filled event features a fast, festive course, holiday-themed photo ops, finisher medals, music, and plenty of Thanksgiving cheer. Costumes are encouraged — so grab your friends, family, and favorite turkey gear and kick off Thanksgiving Day the healthy and happy way! Event Highlights: Scenic 5K course along Upper Tampa Bay Trail Family-friendly atmosphere Finisher medals and race swag Thanksgiving-themed costumes encouraged Perfect for runners and walkers of all levels Come make memories, burn calories before the feast, and celebrate Thanksgiving with
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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 Tampa, FL.
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
