Course
The 5K starts and finishes next to Albemarle High School on a neighbourhood course of public roads, mixing flat stretches with gentle rolling hills for 133 feet of climb. Parking is provided at Albemarle High School, Journey Middle School and Greer Elementary. A virtual option runs through the following Sunday.
Key dates
- !RegistrationOpen now
- ★Race dayThu 26 Nov 2026
About
The Charlottesville Turkey Trot 5K starts at Albemarle High School each Thanksgiving morning and follows neighborhood streets with flat stretches and gentle rolling hills. Proceeds support the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank and Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, and a virtual 5K option is offered for those who can't attend in person.
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