BGCM Turkey Day - Columbia
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Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands Turkey Day 5K : Columbia
The event on November 26, 2026 takes place at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia. It features an in-person 5k Run/Walk and a 1k Family Fun Run/Walk, with a virtual 5k option listed.
Distances
- 5k Run/Walk
- 1k Family Fun Run/Walk
The 5k course is mostly flat with one hill at the beginning. The 1k course has a downhill finish. The course will be marked for turns and include water stops. Police and volunteers will monitor the course, and there will be music along the route. Refreshments such as water, bananas and Gatorade will be available.
Awards are given to top finishers: top three overall male and female in the 5k, top masters, and top grandmaster/senior master/veteran master males and females. Age-group awards are presented to the top male and female in multiple age brackets from youth through 75 and over. All participants receive a finisher medal; the 1k fun run provides a participation medal at the finish.
Packet pick-up is scheduled on November 23, 24 and 25 at Strictly Running, 2515 Devine St., Columbia. Parking is limited and available in surrounding lots including the Colonial Life Arena lot, Columbia Arena and a USC parking garage. Entry fees are non-transferable and non-refundable and increase as race day approaches. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
