MHK Turkey Trot 2026

The MHK Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning 5K in Manhattan, Kansas, starting and finishing at Kite's Bar & Grill on North 12th Street. The race begins at 9:00 a.m. Central and also offers a Virtual 5K for those participating remotely. This is the 11th year for the event, with standard entry pricing and a child discount for runners 12 and under. The local draw is straightforward: a large crowd runs down Poyntz before heading off to eat with family. The organizer estimates around 1,700 runners share the street, positioning this as a community holiday run rather than a small club event. The race also features participant donations and fundraising leaderboards, with Ben Sigle listed as the event contact.