Las Vegas Turkey Trot

NOV
27
2025
Run Thanksgiving morning on the scenic Historic Railroad Trail through the Six Tunnels with views of Lake Mead and Hoover Dam. Distances for all levels from 1 mile to half marathon with medals, shirts and post race snacks.
Thu 27 Nov 2025
Half Marathon 12 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Las Vegas Turkey Trot is a running event held on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025. The event follows the Historic Railroad Trail in the Lake Mead Recreation Area and passes through the Six Tunnels toward Hoover Dam. The race is in its 18th year and highlights views of Lake Mead.

Distances offered:

  • Half Marathon
  • 12K
  • 5K
  • 1 Mile

Logistics and entry

Packet pick up is available the day before at Trek Bicycles in Henderson and on race day at the Historic Railroad Hiking Trail parking area in Boulder City. The event is USATF sanctioned and uses accurately measured, clearly marked courses. Participants receive a race bib, shirt, and finisher medal. Post-race snacks are provided, and awards are given to the top three overall finishers and in 10-year age groups.

Race-day registration prices (through 11/27) are $45 for the 1 Mile, $65 for the 5K, $75 for the 12K, and $100 for the Half Marathon. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
12 km
12k
5 km
1 Mile

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