Running of the Turkeys
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk (Timed) · Family Fun Walk & Run (Untimed) · Virtual 5K
From the Organizer
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 create a team with registration. When your team is 4 or more the group gets a $20 refund! (Each team member receives a $5 refund!) And every additional team member saves $5 off current registration pricing.
BONUS:
Prize to the largest team!
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Running of the Turkeys?
- Running of the Turkeys is a running event held in Greensboro, NC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Running of the Turkeys?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Greensboro, NC at 3802 Jaycee Park Drive, Greensboro, NC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Running of the Turkeys?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Running of the Turkeys
Nov 26, 2026