Joplin Turkey Trot

09/03/2026

The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce’s Leads Group 5 is getting Turkey Trot ready!

We passed out some Turkey Trot bracelets this morning, and of course we had to get a group shot. Thanks to this crew for helping us spread the word!

Thanksgiving morning will be here before we know it. Who’s joining us at the starting line? Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/JoplinTurkeyTrot

08/31/2026

Bring the whole family to the Joplin Turkey Trot!

Whether you’re running, walking or pushing your littlest turkey in a stroller, everyone can join the fun Thanksgiving morning!

Thanksgiving Day | November 26
1 Mile Fun Run | 7:30 AM
5K Run/Walk | 8:00 AM
Downtown Joplin

Make the 15th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot part of your family’s Thanksgiving tradition! Registration is OPEN for both the 1 Mile Fun Run and 5K.

Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/JoplinTurkeyTrot

08/28/2026

The Turkey Trot is coming up! Are you registered?

Come see us at the Route 66 Balloon Festival at MSSU and get registered for the 15th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot. Prices won’t be any lower than they are today, so now is a great time to sign up!

All proceeds from the Turkey Trot support the Schroeder Family Exploreum and our mission to engage people of all ages in hands-on, STEAM-based learning driven by curiosity and play.

If we’re away from the table checking out the balloons, just scan one of our QR codes to register. You can also register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/JoplinTurkeyTrot

Pictured: Exploreum Board President Audie Dennis enjoying the Balloon Festival!

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08/25/2026

Turkey Trot swag is ready!

Neely and Audie are showing off our new Joplin Turkey Trot bracelets, and you can snag one at the Route 66 Balloon Festival. Stop by and see us, grab a bracelet and get registered for the 15th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk presented by Freeman Health System.

Join us Thanksgiving morning in Downtown Joplin for a family tradition that starts and finishes right in front of the Schroeder Family Exploreum.

Your 5K registration includes an event shirt, finisher medal, chip timing, music, donuts, coffee and a whole lot of Thanksgiving morning fun.

Register today: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/JoplinTurkeyTrot

07/02/2026

Turkey Trot registration prices will go up for the first time August 1st. Lock in your lowest prices NOW at https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/JoplinTurkeyTrot

04/01/2026

Happy April Fools’ Day! 🤪
But this is NO JOKE…

Turkey Trot 2026 registration opens TODAY! 🦃🏃‍♀️
Join us for our second year at the Schroeder Family Exploreum and show the Exploreum some love by signing up early and grabbing that early bird discount while it lasts! https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/JoplinTurkeyTrot

03/30/2026

🦃🏃‍♂️ No foolin’ around registration for the Turkey Trot opens April 1st! 🏃‍♀️🦃

Lace up those sneakers and get ready to trot your way into a new tradition! Whether you’re running for a PR, walking with friends, or just here for the festive fun, we’ve got a spot for you. 🎉

✨ Registration opens April 1st
✨ Fun for all ages
✨ A perfect way to kick off the holiday season

Mark your calendars—this isn’t an April Fools’ joke. We’ll see you at the start ➡️

12/01/2025

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