Joplin Turkey Trot

10/06/2026

Looking for some Turkey Trot training buddies? Check out The Runaround Club! A fun way to get moving and meet fellow runners before Thanksgiving.

Something is coming 10/8/2026 !

Introducing: THE RUNAROUND CLUB
We’re bringing another option for people to come together for workouts and community.

Whether you are new to running or have been running for years. The Runaround Club is for you.

We will be following an 8-week progression every Thursday starting 10/8 and running to Thanksgiving day with a Turkey Trot 5k (optional).

Stay tuned for meeting time & location.

10/01/2026

8 WEEKS UNTIL THE JOPLIN TURKEY TROT!

Thanksgiving morning will be here before we know it! Whether you’re running the 5K, walking with family or cheering from the sidelines, we can’t wait to see you at the starting line!

Ready to trot?
Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/JoplinTurkeyTrot

Want to volunteer? We’d love your help! Volunteer link in the comments.

Every step supports the Schroeder Family Exploreum and hands-on STEAM learning for kids in our community!

09/30/2026

Cue the Rocky montage! We’re training for the Joplin Turkey Trot, and clearly taking ourselves very seriously.

You don’t have to train like Rocky to join us. Run, walk or trot with us Thanksgiving morning and help support hands-on learning at the Schroeder Family Exploreum!

Get registered today! The price goes up after the end of the day today.

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

Send a message to learn more

09/25/2026

9 weeks until the Joplin Turkey Trot! Lace up, join the fun, and register today to lock in the early bird price before it goes up after September 30. 🦃

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

09/23/2026

This Thanksgiving marks the 15th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot, a tradition that has brought our community together year after year!

And we’re proud to call it part of the Schroeder Family Exploreum.

Did you know the Joplin Turkey Trot is our biggest fundraiser of the year? Your registration helps support our nonprofit mission and hands-on STEAM learning for kids and families right here in our community.

This Thanksgiving, gather your flock and be part of a Joplin tradition that gives back.

Registration prices go up after September 30, and sponsorship opportunities are still available!

Want to learn more about the Turkey Trot and the impact of your miles?

Read more here: https://exploreumjoplin.org/joplin-turkey-trot-thanksgiving-tradition/

Register for the Joplin Turkey Trot: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/JoplinTurkeyTrot

09/19/2026

It’s HOT! Come to the Exploreum today where it’s cool and have some STEM/STEAM fun with the whole family! Open until 6.

It’s REALLY hot today but the Exploreum AC is ready to keep you cool while you explore, get curious, and have FUN! Open until 6 and ready to delight and inspire.

09/18/2026

Good Turkey Trot marketing meeting today! Jamie brought the yard sign, Nick brought the Turkey Trot hat, and they both understood the assignment.

Southwest Missouri Bank and Schuber Mitchell Homes are sponsoring this year’s race. Nick and Jamie also serve on committees, and Jamie serves on the Exploreum board. Thank you to them and to all our sponsors and committee members for making this Thanksgiving tradition possible!

Registration is open, and sponsorship opportunities are still available. Every registration and sponsorship supports the Exploreum: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/Joplin/JoplinTurkeyTrot

09/16/2026

Don’t miss the early bird special!

Early bird pricing for the Joplin Turkey Trot ends September 30. Gather your flock for a Thanksgiving morning 5K Run/Walk or 1 Mile Fun Run supporting the Schroeder Family Exploreum!

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

09/14/2026

The Joplin Turkey Trot wouldn’t be the same without our presenting sponsor,
Freeman Health System

Their continued support helps bring thousands of runners, walkers, families and friends together Thanksgiving morning for one of Joplin’s favorite traditions, all while supporting the Schroeder Family Exploreum and hands-on STEAM learning in our community.

We’re incredibly grateful to have Freeman alongside us as we get ready to run, walk and gobble our way through the 15th Annual Joplin Turkey Trot!

Thank you, Freeman Health System, for helping us keep curiosity moving!

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