18th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Join us for a special Thanksgiving Day 5k Race through Historic Downtown Jefferson benefiting the FBC Jefferson Food Bank!
The Food Bank serves hundreds of Jackson County families in need every year.
Qualifying race for the AJC Peachtree Road Race.
Course is USA Track and Field Certified Course. Certification #GA24018WC
Time:
Race starts at 8:00AM. Packet pickup starts at 7:00AM in the Education Building. NO RUNNER REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY. 1500 RUNNER LIMIT.
Entry Fee:
$15.00 plus 15 canned good items! All proceeds go directly to benefit the Food Bank.
Your paid entry by November 20 guarantees a long sleeve T-shirt. There will be receptacles at the high school parking lot for the canned food donations brought by runners the day of the race.
Suggested canned items: canned tuna, canned chicken, green beans, corn, peas, jelly, peanut butter, and any non-perishable food items!
Awards:
-Top Male & Female, Masters, Grand Masters, and Seniors
-Top 3 Male/Female in each age group: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and up.
Sponsorships:
We would love to have your family or your business become a sponsor for this very important cause! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please use the Donation option in the online registration process, or contact us via email at admin@fbcjefferson.org.
- Presenting Sponsor $300+ primary logo on all advertising and shirts
- Platinum Level ($200.00 or higher) sponsors can have their name and large logo advertised on T-shirt.
- Gold Level ($100.00 - $199.00) sponsors can have their name and business logo printed on the back of the T-shirt.
- Silver level ($50.00- $99.00) sponsors have their business or family name listed on the race T-shirt.
Every penny goes to benefit the Food Bank!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 18th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run?
- 18th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run is a running event held in Jefferson, GA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the 18th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Jefferson, GA at First Baptist Church Jefferson, Jefferson, GA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 18th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
18th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run
Nov 26, 2026