YMCA of Southern WV, Thanksgiving Day Run
YMCA of Southern WV, Thanksgiving Day Run is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Beckley, WV.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (14 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Be part of something BIG this Thanksgiving! The YMCA Thanksgiving Day Run is celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2026, and registration is OPEN!
Whether you’re a longtime regular or have been saying “maybe next year,” THIS is the year to join us!
5-Mile Run
1-Mile Run/Walk
50 years of memories, miles, and community!
DON’T WAIT — REGISTER TODAY! Help us make this milestone year one to remember. Gather your family, round up your friends, and make the YMCA Thanksgiving Day Run part of your Thanksgiving tradition!
You’re gonna want this collectible shirt and the ONLY way to guarantee one is by registering early! Hey, you may be the 50th and get a special prize!! Every 50th registration wins a special gift the morning of the event!
Already registered? Tag your running crew! Who’s joining us for this historic 50th anniversary?
Let’s make this our biggest celebration yet!
#YMCAThanksgivingRun #50YearsRunning #BeckleyWV #ThanksgivingTradition #RunWV
Events
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
49°
Typical Low
26°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beckley Va Hospital, 2 mi from the venue.
About Beckley, WV
Population
16,977
as of 2023
City Elevation
2,518 ft
Nearest Airport
BKW
Raleigh County Memorial Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 135 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at YMCA of Southern WV, Thanksgiving Day Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
14
Days to train
- Race
- YMCA of Southern WV, Thanksgiving Day Run
- Date
- November 26, 2026
Get Ready for Race Day
Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.
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YMCA of Southern WV, Thanksgiving Day Run
Nov 26, 2026