Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
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About the race
The 30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot takes place on November 26, 2026 at the YMCA Cain Center, 214 Loyola Dr, Athens, TX 75751. The event includes multiple race options and community-focused activities that raise funds for a nonprofit.
Distances offered:
- 5K (Timed 5K Run)
- 1 Mile (Family Fun Run or Walk)
- 100 Yards (Kids and Pets Obstacle Course)
The timed 5K is open to all participants. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals are awarded to top finishers in each division: Male 18 and older, Male 17 and younger, Female 18 and older, Female 17 and younger. Strollers, wagons, and pets on a leash are allowed on the 5K course and will start behind the runners.
The 1 Mile Family Fun Run or Walk is described as an easy 1 mile course. Pets on a leash are allowed; strollers, wagons, wheelchairs, and mobility carts are welcome.
The Kids and Pets Obstacle Course is approximately 100 yards through pool noodles and hula hoops for children 10 and under, who may run with or without a pet on a leash. No elephants or giraffes are allowed. Children registered for the obstacle course may join the 5K or Fun Run at no additional fee.
Registration opens September 7, 2026 and closes November 26, 2026. Fees listed for the events are $35 for the 5K, $30 for the 1 Mile, and $10 for the obstacle course. All proceeds benefit Hope Springs Water, a nonprofit based in Athens, TX that provides safe water, improved sanitation, and hygiene education. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.