S3 Turkey Trot Detroit
Updated
Thursday, November 26, 2026, first start 7:30 AM, in Detroit (9500 Mt. Elliott, Studio A). Distances: 1 mile, 5K, 10K. Entry from $35 to $55; the 10K goes from $55 to $60 after November 24.
Course and race notes
The Strategic Staffing Solutions Turkey Trot kicks off America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White.
The S3 Turkey Trot has been a tradition in Detroit for over 40 years! Much more than a variety of races (10k/5k/1 mile), thousands of participants dress in costumes for the event.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Thursday, November 26
2026 · in 19 days
Start time
7:30 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1 mile5K10K
Price
$35 to $55
Plus the platform's processing fee
10K goes up after Tue Nov 24 (in 17 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Wed Nov 25 (in 18 days)
Opened Jan 22, 2026
Race day in Detroit
Weather
44° / 31°F
Typical high and low for November 26, with a 34% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Detroit City Airport, MI (1.6 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:35 AM – 5:03 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Thursday. The 7:30 AM start is 5 minutes before sunrise, so bring a light and something reflective.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
5 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest 0.1 mi away.
Places to eat
- Boostan Cafe cafe0.6 mi
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Wed Nov 25
Where to stay
7 within 3 mi44 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: Veteran's Park Hotel
About 20 min walk1.0 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: Hamtramck Hotel & Hostel
About 24 min walk1.2 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 3 of 5: Mt. Elliott Motel
About 7 min drive2.2 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 4 of 5: Paris Hotel
About 7 min drive2.2 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Hotel St. Regis
About 8 min drive2.8 mi from the start
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