Lynchburg Turkey Trot 5K
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Lynchburg Turkey Trot 5K
The Lynchburg Turkey Trot is an annual community 5K presented by Scott Insurance that raises funds for the programs and services of HumanKind. The event traces its roots to 1988 and is described by the organizer as a long-standing Thanksgiving tradition in Lynchburg.
The event offers both in-person and virtual participation. The in-person event takes place in Lynchburg with the start and finish located in front of EC Glass High School on Langhorne Road and is held rain or shine on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. The virtual option allows participants to run or walk a 5K on any day between November 21 and November 29, 2026, with results submitted to an online leaderboard and an option to use a race app for tracking.
Registration categories include in-person and virtual entries for adults and youth. Standard registration items for 2026 include a long-sleeve event shirt, race bib, finisher medal, use of the race app for tracking, and commemorative event items; youth entries receive a bib and medal and youth shirts are available as an add-on. Shipping of items to a single address is available for a fee.
The event also lists volunteer opportunities and sponsorship levels, with proceeds supporting HumanKind’s childcare, parent support, foster care, and economic resource programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
