Tonka Turkey Trot

The 11th Annual Tonka Turkey Trot will be held on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021 at Minnetonka High School in Minnetonka, MN. Our run has a family-friendly focus, allowing runners and walkers of all abilities to participate. Come dressed in your best turkey themed costume! After the run, enjoy music, our popular photo booth, and snacks before your Thanksgiving festivities.

Please note, we are closely monitoring the COVID situation and will communicate with you as we get closer to the event about any guidelines or restrictions.

Tonka Turkey Trot 5K

The 5K course starts and finishes at Minnetonka High School and loops around nearby neighborhoods. 5K participants will choose between a custom hat registration option OR the “no hat” race only registration option. All runners receive snacks and refreshments.

NEW in 2021 - Custom Carhartt Hat

If you are participating in the 5K and choose the hat option, you will receive the custom hat. Event patch on one side with Carhartt logo on the other.

We are also offering a “no hat” registration option for those who do not want to receive the custom hat.

ICA Foodshelf

We are excited to partner with the ICA Foodshelf in 2021!  This year, participants will have the opportunity to support the ICA Foodshelf in a couple of different ways.  Participants can provide a non-perishable food item or monetary donation the day of the race or, new for 2021, participants can provide a monetary donation when you register online.

Turkey Scoot

Kids, join us for a 100-meter dash in the Tonka Dome. See if you can run faster than the Turkey mascot! Scoot participants get a water bottle.

Race Information

To view race details such as start times, registration, parking and more please visit the Race Information page.

Support a Good Cause

The Tonka Turkery Trot is organized by an all volunteer committee. 100% of the race proceeds support the Minnetonka Track & Field and Cross Country programs.

Please bring a non-perishable food item to the race and support our community through your local ICA Food Shelf.