Georgia · 5K
Running of the Turkeys 5k
Running of the Turkeys 5k is a 5K event held in Roswell, Georgia. Its next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026. About 15,719 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- Roswell, GA
- Field size
- ~15,719 runners
Race details
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Location
- Roswell, Georgia
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 15,719 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM EST
About the Running of the Turkeys 5k
The Running of the Turkeys 5k is the new City of Roswell Thanksgiving Day tradition!! Participate LIVE or VIRTUALLY! Come earn your turkey with us as we run down Canton Street in Downtown Roswell and support Friends Of Roswell Police . The Friends of Roswell Police raises money to support local families and seniors in need for the holidays and throughout the year All participants get a cool Turkey themed giveaway and an awesome tri-blend long sleeve t-shirt. This live event will start and finis…
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Running of the Turkeys 5k: common questions
- When is the Running of the Turkeys 5k?
- The next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
- Where is the Running of the Turkeys 5k held?
- In Roswell, Georgia.
- What distances does the Running of the Turkeys 5k offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Running of the Turkeys 5k?
- About 15,719 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Running of the Turkeys 5k?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Running of the Turkeys 5k?
- Yes — registration is open. $44 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Running of the Turkeys 5k start?
- 8:00 AM EST.
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