
Hartsville YMCA Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Hartsville, SC, with entry fees from $15 to $45.
From the Organizer
Start Thanksgiving off right by building an appetite while running The Annual Hartsville Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. This event is one of the largest road races in the area, drawing over 700 runners every year. The race starts in front of the YMCA and winds through the historic areas of Hartsville before returning to the Y. Proceeds for this event go to the YMCA. Come join us in this Hartsville family tradition!
Hartsville Turkey Trot Run/Walk:
Race Day Schedule:
Day of Packet Pickup starts at 6:45 am
Kids Fun Run 7:30am
5K Race Start Time 8:00 am
Awards at 9:00AM
2026 Packet Pick-up Procedures:
Packet pick-up will take place inside the Hartsville YMCA lobby Wednesday, November 25th from 12-7PM.
Pick-up will also be available on Thursday morning from 6:45-7:45am.
Course Map:
5K Course Map
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5K Awards: (Overall Awards are based on GUN Time)
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Top 3 Masters Male and Female
Top 3 Male & Female in each age group
First 500 participants to cross the finish line will receive a medal
5K Age Groups:
9 & under, 10-14, 15-20, 21-25, 26-30, 31-35, 36-40, 41-45, 46-50, 51-55, 56-60, 61-65, 66-70, 71+
5K Fees:
YMCA Member Early Registration Price by 11/02/26: $35- (Discount applied at checkout)
YMCA Member Late Registration Price after 11/02/26: $45
Non-Member Early Registration Price by 11/02/26: $40 (Discount applied at checkout)
Non-Member Late Registration Price after 11/02/26: $50
Special Family Promotional Rate: $5.00 off each family member (max. 6 family members)
Fun Run Fees:
$15
Event special notes:
Strollers are welcome
You can listen to music while you run
Pets are welcome if on a leash
There are no age restrictions for this race
Race Director:
Clewis@ymcaupd.org
Weather
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
62°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hartsville, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
171 ft
Nearest Airport
FLO
Florence Regional Airport · 25 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 75 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Hartsville YMCA Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026