Running

Turkey 2 Miler

Date
November 26, 2026
Distance
Turkey 2 Miler · Non-Competitive Two Mile Walk · All Vets Ruck 2 Miler #20
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From the Organizer

9 AM - Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26, 2026

Smith River Sports Complex

1000 Irisburg Rd

Axton, VA 24054

Packet pick-up: Wednesday, November 25 from Noon-6:00 p.m. at the YMCA 

                            Race Day at the Smith River Sports Complex 7:00-8:30 am

 The TURKEY TWO is run on a course which circles the Monogram Foods Smith River sports complex and runs on the scenic Dick & Willie Trail along the Smith River.  Check out the course map at above link.

This event is guaranteed to get your holiday season off on the right foot!  Join participants from all over the country who have come home for the holiday. It’s a great way to celebrate the day, plus burn off a few calories to make room for those you are about to consume.

Participants have choice of registering for the competitive two mile run/ ruck or the non-competitive two mile walk.  Run/ruck registrants receive official race shirt and are eligible for awards.  Non-competitive walk registrants will not receive shirt or be eligible for awards.

For runners, awards will be given for the top three overall male and female finishers.  The top three male and females in 5 year age groups beginning with 9 and under will receive a certificate, suitable for framing.  Ruck awards will be for top 3 females and males provided by All Vets. RUCKERS 

Events

Turkey 2 Miler9 AMRegister →
Non-Competitive Two Mile Walk9 AMRegister →
All Vets Ruck 2 Miler #209 AMRegister →

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

56°

Typical Low

29°

Chance of Rain

29%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Martinsville Fltr Plt, 9 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:09 AMSunset 5:06 PMDaylight 9h 57m

Host City

About Axton, VA

Elevation

1,012 ft

Nearest Airport

GSO

Piedmont Triad International Airport · 41 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race
Turkey 2 Miler
Date
November 26, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Turkey 2 Miler?
Turkey 2 Miler is a running race held in Axton, Virginia on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Turkey 2 Miler?
Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Axton, Virginia at 1000 Irisburg Rd, Axton, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Turkey 2 Miler?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Turkey 2 Miler

Nov 26, 2026

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