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 (121 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!!
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DIY 5K
In addition to the on-site 5K, Cherokee Choices is offering a "DIY" option for the 2026 Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut.
This “Do It Yourself” or Virtual Event will allow participants to run or walk at any time and any location that is convenient for you and your families. Run around the block, on trails, 12.5 laps around a track, or even run on a treadmill. You don't even have to live in Western NC - so please invite friends and family in other states or countries to join the fun.
While not required – you can submit your time for inclusion in the online “just for fun” results. We will collect times from November 16th until the 21st. Check out the "DIY 5K INFO" tab for additional details.
NOTE: Participants who register for the On-Site 5K are welcome to switch to the DIY 5K at any time. Please Contact the Race for details.
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.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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121
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