Viking Turkey Trot 5K - Columbus

12th Annual Viking Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run - Columbus

The event is a community running day held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 2020 Kay Circle, Columbus, GA, organized around the St. Anne-Pacelli campus. Proceeds benefit the Vikings Booster Club and the school’s athletic programs, with specific support noted for the Cross Country and Soccer teams.

Distances offered:

• 3.1 Miles course through the St. Anne-Pacelli campus and along the school perimeter
• 1 Mile family-friendly fun run for children, families, and walkers

Registration opens October 9 and closes October 24. Listed entry fees are $15 for the 1-mile fun run (ages 4–18), $25 for the 1-mile fun run (19+), and $30 for the 5K. Registrations received by October 23 are guaranteed a race t-shirt; later registrations may have limited sizes available for $10 at packet pickup and on race day.

Packet pickup is scheduled for Friday, November 6 at The Beck Center, 1801 Box Road, Columbus, GA 31907, with race-day activity centered at 2020 Kay Circle. Participants should use the Kay Circle parking lot; the course starts and finishes on Deimel Field. The course will be marked and refreshments will be available after the event. Prizes include a medal and turkey for the overall top male and female, top male and female in each age group, and medals for second and third in each group. Age groups include 12 & under, 13–18, 19–29, 30–39, 40–49, and 50 & over. Participants may wear turkey-themed or Viking attire and post-race treats are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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