Course
5K5 km
3.2 km3.2 km
Key dates
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- ★Race dayThu 26 Nov 2026
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The Running of the Turkeys is a Thanksgiving Day tradition in Greensboro, NC, featuring a timed 5K run/walk and an untimed 2-mile family fun walk/run. It is pet-friendly, stroller-friendly, and includes turkey swag and long-sleeve shirts for participants.[1]
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