GRIT Turkey Trot 5K is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Asheboro, NC, with an entry fee of $30.
Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with GRIT Training Co. at our annual Turkey Trot 5K!
Whether you're chasing a PR, jogging with friends, or just looking to get some miles in before Thanksgiving dinner, this event is for YOU!
Join us for a fun morning of fitness, community, and a little friendly competition. Runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels are welcome. You don't have to be a GRIT member to participate!
📍 Location: Asheboro, NC
📅 Date: Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026
🏃 Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
Bring your friends, bring your family, and come start your Thanksgiving with the GRIT community!
All paces welcome. All fitness levels welcome. Let's earn that turkey! 🦃
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
35°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Asheboro 2 W, 2 mi from the venue.
Population
27,353
as of 2023
City Elevation
835 ft
Nearest Airport
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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GRIT Turkey Trot 5K
Nov 26, 2026