North Carolina · 5K · 1.6 Miles
Running of the Turkeys
Running of the Turkeys is a 5K and 1.6 Miles event held in Greensboro, North Carolina. Its next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
- Race day
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- Greensboro, NC
Race details
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Location
- Greensboro, North Carolina
- Distances
- 5K, 1.6 Miles
- Official website
- runsignup.com
About the Running of the Turkeys
The Running of the Turkeys is everyone's favorite Thanksgiving Day tradition!! ALL registered participants get a cool turkey swag item! Registration for the timed 5K includes an awesome blend long sleeve shirt. This event is fun for the whole family! Events include the timed 5K and the untimed Family Fun Walk/Run (2 miles). Strollers are welcome and so are leashed pets! Registration is required to participate for all humans 7 and up. BONUS SAVINGS for recruiting your family and friends. Form or…
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Running of the Turkeys: common questions
- When is the Running of the Turkeys?
- The next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
- Where is the Running of the Turkeys held?
- In Greensboro, North Carolina.
- What distances does the Running of the Turkeys offer?
- 5K and 1.6 Miles.
- How do I register for the Running of the Turkeys?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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