Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance - 5K Run & Walk
Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance - 5K Run & Walk is a running race on November 26–30, 2026 in Lynchburg, VA, with entry fees from $13 to $35.
- Date
- November 26–30, 2026 (136 days to go)
- Price
- $13–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Give thanks and give back: Support families striving for stability this holiday season.
Shake a tail feather with your favorite holiday tradition: the HumanKind Lynchburg Turkey Trot, presented by Scott Insurance.
Lace up for the largest 5K in the area – where every step is a part of something big! The Lynchburg Turkey Trot is a community fun run/walk with all proceeds of this fundraising race supporting the programs and services of HumanKind.
More Than a Race
This race exists because when we come together, we create something powerful—a celebration of community, generosity, and the unwavering support for neighbors in need. Everyone can join in, individually or with your favorite flock; in-person or virtually. You can run, walk, or TROT and make a difference in your community all year long.
#LYHTurkeyTrot
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
55°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lynchburg #2, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lynchburg, VA
Population
79,255
as of 2023
City Elevation
843 ft
Nearest Airport
LYH
Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field · 4 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 98 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance - 5K Run & Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
136
Days to train
- Race
- Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance - 5K Run & Walk
- Date
- November 26–30, 2026
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Lynchburg than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance - 5K Run & Walk
Nov 26, 2026