Shipping is extra and starts at $10 for individuals. $5 extra is charged for each additional registrant selected at the same mailing address. Please note that we will not ship pint glasses. These items MUST be picked up in person.
The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot is a family fun run with a timed and untimed 5-mile closed course run, a 1-mile closed course walk, and a kids K, held annually on Thanksgiving morning.
The distances are a 5-mile closed course run (both timed and untimed), a 1-mile closed course walk, and a kids K.
No — walkers are always welcome at the ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot designed for all fitness levels and all ages.
Yes! Costumes are encouraged. Turkey, pilgrim, and Native American-themed outfits are especially popular.
To ensure the safest and most enjoyable experience for all participants, our event is designed exclusively for our two-legged runners and walkers! We love your furry family members and hope you’ll leave them comfy at home so they can cheer you on when you return for Thanksgiving dinner! But if you bring them, please have them on a leash and start toward the back.
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Absolutely! We ask that you start towards the back of your distance to help prevent folks from tripping over wheels. Little ones in strollers aren’t required to be registered (unless they run in the Kids K), but we welcome any/all additional donations. 100% of proceeds go to Caritas of Austin.
Timed runners start at 8:30 a.m., Kids K at 8:45 a.m., untimed runners start at 9:30 a.m., and 1-mile walkers start at 9:45 a.m. Subject to change.
Register online at https://thundercloud.com/turkeytrot/
You get to select between an adult long sleeve t-shirt, a short sleeve youth t-shirt, a headband/wristband set, a $10 gift card to ThunderCloud Subs, or a custom pint glass. You’ll also receive a commemorative run bib, a BOGO coupon from ThunderCloud Subs, and post-race snacks and refreshments.
Yes, a free T-shirt (or other gift choice) is included as part of your registration.
Yes, we offer several levels of early bird pricing and day of event pricing. The final deadline is Thanksgiving morning by 8 a.m.
Yes, but we discourage last minute registration due to the large crowds and added cost.
Dress in layers appropriate for the weather. Many participants wear costumes over their running clothes.
Running or walking shoes are recommended.
Parking is available at the following locations. Arriving early is strongly recommended as lots fill up quickly.
- Palmer Events Center Long Center, 736-820 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
- Austin City Hall Parking Garage, 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 ,
- One Texas Center, 505 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704,
- State Garage N, 300 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78701,
- Bat Bride Lot – 305 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704,
- Silicon Labs Parking Garage, 166 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701
- The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot encourages biking to the Long Center where there will be a free and secure coral to park your bike.
- Ride sharing is also an option. Uber is a preferred sponsor of the event.
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Yes–pickup by a friend or family member is allowed with a copy of your registration confirmation.
Yes, the ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot 5-mile course is USATF-certified.
Yes—there are four water stops on the course.
Yes, the police will open the course to traffic at _______
Yes — if you registered as a timed runner, please go here for race results.
The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot gives trophies to the top three finishers of each age and sex category.
Timed Divisions
Grand Master, Master & Overall for Males and Females
Male & Female Age Groups (top 3)
10 and under
Age 11-12
Age 13-14
Age 15-16
Age 17-19
Age 20-24
Age 25-29
Age 30-34
Age 35-39
Age 40-44
Age 45-49
Age 50-54
Age 55-59
Age 60-64
Age 65-69
Age 70-74
Age 75-79
Age 80-84
Age 85+
Top 3 in the following divisions:
Non-Binary
Maternity (Women Only)
Baby Jogger (Male & Female)
Wheelchair
Longhorn (Male & Female)
Groups & Fundraising
Team Spirit (largest group)
Fastest Timed Team (team of 5 or more TIMED)
Top 3 Individual Fundraisers
Top Team Fundraiser
The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot does not offer refunds, but 100% of the proceeds go to Caritas of Austin.
If you register as a timed runner, you will receive a chip embedded in your bib.
The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot has chosen Caritas of Austin as its sole beneficiary since 1991.
The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot includes post-race snacks and the Stepping Stone School Activity Tent for the kids.
Volunteers are the lifeblood of our event. Please sign up here.
Sure, but please be aware of your surroundings.
We do not offer a bag check at this event. We encourage participants to leave valuables at home or secured in your vehicle. Please note that no weapons of any kind are permitted on the event grounds, including firearms, knives, or any other weapon, regardless of permit or license. Anyone found carrying a weapon will be removed from the event.
Start line location is on the north end of the First Street Bridge.
Be prepared for a few minor hills.
There will be no pacer group. Please run at your own pace. Be aware that the course will close at 11:30 a.m.
Absolutely — walking is always welcome at the ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot, which is designed to be inclusive for all fitness levels, but be aware that the course will be open to traffic at 11:30 a.m.
We do not offer refunds, but all proceeds go to Caritas of Austin.
If you’d like to transfer your registration to someone else, please email us at turkeytrot@thundercloud.com.
Parking is limited and we expect a large crowd, so please allow plenty of time to park and warm-up. We reccomend arriving at least an hour before your start time.
Yes — The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot provides portable restrooms near the start/finish area and at the water stops, though lines can be long close to race time.
Yes, there will be portable restrooms at the rest stops.
Faster runners start in front, walkers in the back.
Yes, Kids K participants must register.
Yes, The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot offers a Kids K, roughly .62 miles, which starts by age group oldest to youngest.
There is no minimum age, though we suggest that children under 10 be accompanied by an adult.
Yes, in fact The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot has a wheelchair division.
Yes, medical personnel are near the finish line. Please call ____________ if you need first aid or emergency assistance.
Lost and found is located a the Stepping Stone School Activity Tent near the Long Center.
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Baby carriers are allowed, but please use good judgment for the safety of your child.
The course map can be found here.
The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot is a closed course during the duration of the event. Note that the roads will reopen at 11:30.
Finishers will have an opportunity for water and refreshments at the Long Center Terrace.
Contact the race director at turkeytrot@thundercloud.com well in advance to discuss any accommodations needed.
Yes — The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot offers team registration options for families, coworkers, or running clubs.
The ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot does not offer discounts for groups or teams. All proceeds benefit Caritas of Austin.
Yes, the ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot has fundraising tools built into the registration platform. We encourage fundraising.
We want to end homelssness in Austin. The City of Austin spends on average $27,805 per homeless person (PER YEAR!) to provide shelter and food, but never addresses clothing, permanent residence or vocational training. On average, Caritas of Austin spends $17,000 to raise a person out of homelessness into a self-sufficient working individual with their own place to call home.
For questions not answered in the FAQ, please email us at turkeytrot@thundercloud.com.
No. Only items powered by the parent/guardian are allowed (wagons & strollers) on course. Self-powered mechanisms (scooters & bicycles) are not allowed on the course. However, we do encourage you to ride your bike to the event and offer a secure bike corral.
