Durham Academy Turkey Trot
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Durham Academy Turkey Trot - 17th Annual
The 17th Annual Durham Academy Turkey Trot takes place on November 14, 2026, at Durham Academy's Upper School campus in Durham, North Carolina (3601 Ridge Rd, 27705). The event includes multiple running activities for different age groups and campus activities for participants and families.
Distances and events:
- 5K, timed with chip results, USATF certified
- Middle School Mile (about 1600 m), for grades 5 to 8
- Turkey Trot Fun Run, 400 m, for preschool to 4th grade
Registration opens on September 18, 2026 and closes on November 14, 2026; same-day registration is available. The 5K has a registration fee of $35.00. The Fun Run and Middle School Mile have no registration fee. Registrants before October 28 receive a race t-shirt as part of the 5K fee; Fun Run participants may purchase a t-shirt if registered before that date.
Prizes are planned for division top runners, and there is a prize for the advisory with the most Middle School Mile registrants. On-site activities include bounce houses, food trucks, a photo booth, and field games. Organizers request that participants leave four-legged pets at home. Volunteer shifts are available to support event operations before and after the 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
