Thanksgiving Day Race
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Event
The Thanksgiving Day Race to Be Thankful is scheduled for Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Greenwood, South Carolina. The event includes a 5K run/walk through the Gatewood neighborhood. The course is paved, has rolling terrain, minimal traffic, and passes ponds and wooded areas. The event is open to participants of all ages.
Logistics and community
Online registration is offered with a lower entry fee of $25; on-site registration is available for $30. Children under 10 are free. T-shirt orders must be placed by November 11 to guarantee a shirt. Pre-race packet pickup is available the day before at The Church of the Resurrection (700 Main St S, Greenwood) and on race day at the Gatewood Club. The event is organized by the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection of Greenwood and marks its 10th year. All profits are donated to local charities, including the Greenwood Food Bank, the Greenwood Soup Kitchen, United Ministries, Community Initiatives, and Pathway House. Awards are given to overall male and female finishers, overall masters male and female, and to age-group winners in 10-year increments. Post-race refreshments include homemade pumpkin bread, hot coffee, and hot chocolate. The listed venue address is 114 Club Drive, Greenwood, SC 29646. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.