Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut
Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut is a running race on November 21, 2026 in Bryson City, NC, with entry fees from $5 to $15.
- Date
- November 21, 2026 (76 days to go)
- Location
- Kituwah Mound, Bryson City, NC
- Price
- $5–$15
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Hosted by Cherokee Choices, the Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut Run/Walk offers something for everyone - from seasoned runners to new joggers/walkers too. With Age Groups (and Awards) 8 & Under, 9-12, & 13-16 you know this is a real Family Fun event.
Come out and enjoy a beautiful course that Starts and Finishes at the Kituwah Mound. Cool shirts, great awards, and a great cause.
Donate $50 or more and your Entry is FREE!!
RACE START: 12:00 NOON Race Day Registration is available from 11:00 to 11:45am.
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
The 5K will be Scored as follows:
Top 3 Male & Female Age Groups: 8 & Under, 9-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-25, 26-35, 36-45, 46-50, 51-60, and 61+
ENTRY FEES:
Only $5 for Kids 12 & Under and Elders 60+
Adults: $15. $20 after October 1st
Donate $50 or more and your Entry is FREE!!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
58°
Typical Low
33°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bryson City 4, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bryson City, NC
Population
1,676
as of 2023
City Elevation
2,074 ft
Nearest Airport
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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76
Days to train
- Race
- Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut
- Date
- November 21, 2026
- Location
- Kituwah Mound, Bryson City, NC
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Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut
Nov 21, 2026