Surfin' Turkey 5K
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Event overview
The 14th Annual Surfin' Turkey 5K and Puppy Drum Fun Run takes place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Hatteras, NC (56658 NC-12, 27943). The program includes a 5K held through the historic fishing village, a short fun run for children, and volunteer opportunities. Proceeds support the Hatteras Island Youth Education Fund (HIYEF); HIYEF provided more than $50,000 in grant-funded projects to the two Cape Hatteras schools during the 2024-2025 school year.
Distances
- 5 km - Surfin' Turkey 5K
- 0.25 mile - Puppy Drum Fun Run (children aged 12 and under)
Registration and race logistics
Surfin' Turkey on/after November 1, 2025 is listed at $40 plus a $3 sign-up fee; on-site registration is $45. The Puppy Drum Fun Run is free for children 12 and under and includes the post-race breakfast, but does not include a free t-shirt. T-shirt availability is not guaranteed for registrations after November 10; extra youth shirts may be available for purchase for $20. Packet pickup and on-site registration are offered at the Hatteras Village Civic Center the day before the race and on race morning. Registration deadlines are listed for each event.
The course has one water station. The event is not officially timed. The top three males, females, and children under 16 receive recognition. Strollers are welcome but should start at the back of the corral; bikes, e-bikes, scooters, and skates are not permitted. The event is a non-refundable charity event and will run rain or shine unless canceled for severe weather. Limited on-site parking is available; additional on-street parking is nearby. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.