Turkey Chase
Turkey Chase is a trail running and running race on November 28, 2026 in Cary, NC, with entry fees from $35 to $75.
- Date
- November 28, 2026 (128 days to go)
- Location
- 2100 N Harrison Ave., Cary, NC
- Price
- $35–$75
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
Course Records - William B. Umstead Start Park
Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!
5K - Male: C. Silver - 18:16 (2018) 5K - Female: C. Quinn - 21:09 (2021)
10K - Male: J. Lindenaur - 33:27 (2016) 10K - Female: S. Page - 42:50 (2018)
13.1 - Male: Z. Ferguson - 1:22:48 (2024) 13.1 - Female: L. Rogers - 1:39:34 (2025)
Ultra Series 65.5 - Male: S. Franklin - 8:42:53 (2025) Ultra Series 65.5 - Female: L. Silverstein - 11:17:31 (2025)
RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Turkey Chase! We hope you enjoyed the delicious Thanksgiving eats with your friends and family. But now it's time to burn off the turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and pie! With three distances - including a 5K, 10K, and 13.1 - you can choose your challenge!
Check-in and parking are located at RallyPoint Sports Grill in Harrison Square. Participants will be transported by bus both to and from the race start/finish in Umstead Park.
IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION
VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION
COURSE MAPS
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
SPECATOR INFORMATION
BUT have you ever wanted to run an ultra-marathon without having to actually run an ultra-marahton? With the Ultra Series 65.5 you can do just that when you sign complete all five Fit & Able 13.1 races - a combined total of 65.5 miles! - and we will combine your finish times for another extra set of awards!
All races will have a staggered start beginning at 8:30 AM in order of distance and the course closes for all races at 11:30 AM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at info@fitandable.net.
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH TURKEY CHASE REGISTRATION:
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IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 10K, & 13.1 race options
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Turkey Chase finishers medal and knit hat or fleece warmer included for all 5K, 10K, and 13.1 participants. (guaranteed if signed up by Nov. 15th). Shirts available for purchase separately.
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Over $8,500 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male/Female each race), Age Group (Top 3 Male/Female each age group), Picking Up the Pace, & New Course Record awards
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Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details on the main site.
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Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series.
If you are interested in sponsoring the Turkey Chase please email Info@FitandAble.net for more information!
We can't wait to see you at the Turkey Chase!
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
58°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Apex, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cary, NC
Population
176,686
as of 2023
City Elevation
413 ft
Nearest Airport
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 7 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?
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
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.
Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Cary 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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Turkey Chase
Nov 28, 2026