Asheville Turkey Trot

Race Overview

The 26th Annual Asheville Turkey Trot 5K and Gobble Wobble 1 Mile Fun Run presented by Jus’ Running is Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 26, 2026. Portions of the proceeds will be donated to MANNA Food Bank.

Registration Information

• Packet Pickup: Thursday, November 26 | 7am - 8:30am at Pack Square in Downtown Asheville
• Early Pickup: Wednesday, November 25 from 3pm until 6pm, location TBD
• Race Day Registration: Available, but shirts aren't guaranteed during late registration
• Deadline: If not registered by November 1, shirts are not guaranteed

Race Day Details

The race starts on Woodfin St. in front of the Downtown YMCA and finishes at Pack Square Park. Please note, due to restrictions NO DOGS/PETS are allowed. The course is not completely closed so this is for safety purposes. Race timing will be provided by Right On Time Productions.

All race-related info can be found on www.ashevilleturkeytrot.com.

Course Map

Link to course map on Strava!

Turn by Turn Directions for Turkey Trot 5K

• Start: Race starts on Woodfin Street in front of the downtown YMCA
• Turn Right: Head toward Central Ave, turn right
• Right on E. Chestnut St: To the top of the hill
• Continue: Follow the specified path through streets to Pack Square Park

Turn by Turn Directions for Gobble Wobble 1 Mile

• Start: Race starts on Woodfin Street in front of the First Congregational Church
• Right on Central Ave: Follow the specific path through streets
• Finish: Approximately .1 mile on the left at Pack Square Park