
From the Organizer
The Second Great Turkey Trot 5K 2026
Saturday, November 14, 2026| Allison Creek Park | 9:00AM Start
Get your gobble on and join us for a festive, family-friendly run/walk that kicks off the season of gratitude with fun, feathers, and community spirit!
Hosted by Greater Things, this event raises critical funds to support underprivileged children and Veterans in York County through practical resources, hope, and compassion. Every step you take helps bring Greater Things to life in our community.
Race Day Fun Includes:
Special Highlights:
Costumes are highly encouraged—turkeys, pilgrims, pumpkins, or anything Thanksgiving-themed!
Lace up, grab your crew, and let’s TROT for a cause! Register today and join the movement.
Events
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
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from York 5 Sse, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
8,697
as of 2023
Elevation
731 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 22 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Second Year of the Great Turkey Trot 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
159
Days to train
Coming Up
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8 miles away
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17 miles away
Walk For Love 5K
8 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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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.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Second Year of the Great Turkey Trot 5k
Nov 14, 2026