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The Twisted Turkey Trot 5K Quitman, Texas
- Date
- Friday, November 13, 2026
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When and where is The Twisted Turkey Trot 5K Quitman, Texas?
The Twisted Turkey Trot 5K Quitman, Texas is on Friday, November 13, 2026 in Quitman, Texas. The first event starts at 6:00 PM local time. Distances: 1 Mile and 5K. The current entry fee is $45 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Nov 13, 2026.
Twisted Turkey Trot 5K race guide
The Twisted Turkey Trot 5K is a Friday the 13th costume-friendly race at Quitman Elementary School in Quitman, Texas, at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026. A quarter-mile Fun Size run is also offered, dogs can enter, and there are prizes for best dressed person and best dressed dog.
- Date
- Friday, November 13, 2026
- Start
- 6:00 p.m.
- Distances
- 5K, 1/4 mile Fun Size
- Venue
- Quitman Elementary School
- Costume prizes
- Best dressed person and dog
Twisted Turkey Trot 5K FAQ
When and where is the Twisted Turkey Trot 5K in Quitman?
It is Friday the 13th, November 13, 2026, with a 6:00 p.m. start. RunSignup lists the location as Quitman Elementary School, 902 E Goode St, Quitman, TX 75783.
How much does the Twisted Turkey Trot 5K cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: The Twisted Turkey Trot 5K - Late Registration - Nov 1- event start $45; The Twisted Turkey Trot 1/4 Mile Fun Size - Late Registration - Nov 1- event start $45.
What distances are at the Twisted Turkey Trot?
There is a 5K and a 1/4 mile Fun Size event, both listed with a 6:00 p.m. start.
Where is packet pickup for the Twisted Turkey Trot?
Early pickup is Thursday, November 12, from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Honor Coffee Co. in Quitman and from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Rockin S & S Grill in Quitman.
Are dogs allowed at the Twisted Turkey Trot?
Yes. Dogs can register, and a dog entry includes a finisher medal and a Kiwanis collar bandana. There is also a Best Dressed Dog prize.
Is there a costume contest at the Twisted Turkey Trot?
Yes. Costume prizes go to the Best Dressed Person and the Best Dressed Dog. The theme is Friday the 13th, and the page suggests turkey suits and lucky socks.
What do finishers get at the Twisted Turkey Trot?
Early registrants who are adults and kids over 10 get a finisher medal, event T-shirt and race swag, and kids 10 and under get a finisher medal. After October 30, registration includes a finisher medal only, and shirts and swag were only guaranteed with early registration.
Can I run both the Twisted Turkey Trot and the Santa Run?
A combined registration for both races was offered to adults and kids over 10 with an October 30 deadline. Late registration for the Twisted Turkey Trot closes at 6:30 p.m. on November 13.
Race facts checked November 12, 2026 against RunSignup: Twisted Turkey Trot 5K. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Twisted Turkey Trot 5K - Early Registration - Through Oct 30 | 5K | Nov 13, 2026, 6:00 PM | — | Opens Aug 22, 2026 · Closes Oct 30, 2026 |
| The Twisted Turkey Trot 5K - Late Registration - Nov 1- event start | 5K | Nov 13, 2026, 6:00 PM | $45.00 until Nov 13, 2026 | Opens Oct 30, 2026 · Closes Nov 13, 2026 |
| The Twisted Turkey Trot 1/4 Mile Fun Size - Early Registration - Through Oct 30 | 1 Miles | Nov 13, 2026, 6:00 PM | — | Opens Oct 13, 2026 · Closes Oct 30, 2026 |
| The Twisted Turkey Trot 1/4 Mile Fun Size - Late Registration - Nov 1- event start | 1 Miles | Nov 13, 2026, 6:00 PM | $45.00 until Nov 13, 2026 | Opens Oct 30, 2026 · Closes Nov 13, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About The Twisted Turkey Trot 5K Quitman, Texas
🦃 THINGS ARE ABOUT TO GET FOWL. 🦃
THE TWISTED TURKEY TROT 5K
Friday the 13th • November 13, 2026
6:00 PM
Gobble ’til you wobble… or until the curse gets you.
This isn’t your ordinary Turkey Trot.
It’s Friday the 13th, the turkeys are plotting, and the miles may be just a little cursed. 🦃😈
Grab your turkey suits, lucky socks and running shoes. Watch out for black cats, stray feathers and suspicious-looking turkeys—and let’s see who makes it across the finish line! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
COSTUME PRIZES!
Come dressed to impress - or disturb. 😂
🏆 Best Dressed Person
🐕 Best Dressed Dog
EARLY REGISTRATION - THROUGH OCTOBER 30
Adults & Kids Over 10 - $35
Includes:
Finisher Medal
Event T-Shirt
Race Swag
Kids 10 & Under - $10
Includes Finisher Medal
Dogs - $10
Includes Finisher Medal and Kiwanis Collar Bandana
DON’T TEMPT FATE — REGISTER EARLY!
After October 30, registration increases to $45 and includes a finisher medal only. Shirts and swag are only guaranteed with early registration.
🎅🦃 DO BOTH & SAVE!
Planning to run the Twisted Turkey Trot AND Santa Run?
Register for BOTH races for just $60 for adults and children over 10 when you sign up by October 30.
Two races. Two medals. Two shirts. Twice the fun.
One registration deal.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
Thursday, November 12
8:00–11:00 AM
Honor Coffee Co. • Quitman
4:00–7:00 PM
Rockin S & S Grill • Quitman
🦃 THE TWISTED TURKEY TROT 5K
Friday the 13th. A slightly unhinged turkey. What could possibly go wrong? 😈
THINGS ARE ABOUT TO GET FOWL.
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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