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YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot
YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot is a 5K, 5 Miles, 1 Mile and 400m event held in Davenport, Iowa. Its next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
- Race day
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- Davenport, IA
Race details
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Location
- Davenport, Iowa
- Distances
- 5K, 5 Miles, 1 Mile, 400m
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 9:00 AM CST
- Course profile
- Out-and-back course; Road surface
About the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot
Join us in downtown Davenport on Thanksgiving morning for the 40th Annual YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy Bush Turkey Trot! A cherished tradition for countless Quad Citizens, the Turkey Trot features a kids race for kids ages 2-10, and chip-timed 1 mile, 5k and 5-mile races for both runners and walkers alike! Perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, the Turkey Trot is a fantastic way to kick off your Thanksgiving festivities while supporting the YMCA.
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YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot: common questions
- When is the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot?
- The next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
- Where is the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot held?
- In Davenport, Iowa.
- What distances does the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot offer?
- 5K, 5 Miles, 1 Mile and 400m.
- How do I register for the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $17 (from runsignup.com, checked October 29, 2026).
- What time does the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot start?
- 9:00 AM CST.
- What is the course like at the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot?
- Out-and-back course; Road surface.
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