Spring Hill Turkey Burn
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Event Overview
The Spring Hill Turkey Burn is an annual running event held in Columbia, Tennessee, on November 28, 2026. The race serves as a fundraiser for the Tennessee Children's Home, supporting educational services and physical necessities for children and youth on the Middle Tennessee campus. The event features multiple race distances and takes place at Spring Hill High School.
Distances
- 1K
- 5K (3.11 miles)
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- Virtual 5K
- Virtual Half Marathon
Course Information
The course traverses the back roads of Maury County and Spring Hill. Participants will encounter a hilly terrain with a multi-surface route consisting of gravel, asphalt, and cement. Both the start and finish lines are located at Spring Hill High School. Participants are responsible for knowing their specific routes.
Participants in the 5K and Half Marathon are required to maintain a pace of at least 15 minutes per mile. The Half Marathon has a total time limit of 3.5 hours, after which course support, including aid stations and road closures, is no longer guaranteed.
Participation and Awards
The event offers both in-person and virtual options. Virtual races are not timed and are not eligible for awards; materials for virtual participants are mailed after the race date. Finisher medals are provided to all participants in the Half Marathon and 5K. Competitive awards are presented for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three in various age categories and masters divisions (40+).
The event allows strollers for the 1K and 5K distances, though participants should consider the multi-surface and hilly nature of the course. Dogs are not permitted at the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
