Thanksgiving morning in Fort Lauderdale has its own tradition, and it has nothing to do with the kitchen. On Thursday, November 26, 2026, more than 3,000 runners, walkers, and self-described “wobblers” will gather at 3000 E Las Olas Blvd for the Fort Lauderdale Turkey Trot, a festive 5K that starts at 7:30 AM. This year the race also offers a Turkey Trot & Jingle Bell Jog combo for anyone who wants to squeeze in a second race before the holiday season wraps up.
A Group Tradition Needs a Group Stay
A Turkey Trot is rarely a solo outing. It’s usually an extended family affair, a running club meetup, or a group of friends who fly in just for the long weekend, with a group breakfast afterward and a few hours to recover before the big meal. That’s exactly the kind of morning where lodging becomes the hard part: someone needs a stroller-friendly space to get the kids ready, grandparents want somewhere comfortable to wait, and half the group needs to shower before dinner.
Total Oasis, our flagship five-unit property in Hollywood, FL, sleeps up to 30 guests and sits about 20 minutes from the Las Olas start line — close enough for an early alarm, far enough to skip downtown’s race-morning parking crunch. With multiple full kitchens, a shared pool, and enough bedrooms and bathrooms that nobody’s waiting their turn, it’s built for mornings like this one: a crew that wants to run together, cook together, and still have room to spread out once the race medals come off.
Making the Most of Race Week
If Turkey Trot weekend is on your calendar, a few things are worth knowing. Parking near Las Olas Boulevard fills in early, so plan to arrive with time to spare. Late-November mornings in Fort Lauderdale are mild, but South Florida humidity doesn’t take Thanksgiving off, so hydrate the day before, not just the morning of. And since the race wraps before 9 AM, most groups are back at their rental, showered, and prepping the Thanksgiving table well before early afternoon — which is where a full-size kitchen and a little extra counter space actually comes in handy.
Whether your group is chasing a personal best or just walking it for the post-race snacks, Thanksgiving week books up early in Hollywood, FL. Kismet Getaways has more than 1,600 guest reviews across Airbnb and VRBO, and booking direct means no app markup and a host who actually answers the phone. Reserve Total Oasis now to lock in Turkey Trot weekend — and the rest of the holiday — with the whole crew under one roof.