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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
108 W Roanoke St, Blacksburg VA
5K
32–51°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
38–63°F
rain
2024
38–55°F
dry
2023
26–51°F
dry
2022
31–58°F
dry
2021
25–46°F
dry
2020
44–63°F
dry
2019
32–61°F
dry
2018
32–51°F
rain
2017
32–49°F
dry
2016
33–44°F
dry
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About this race
The Blacksburg Turkey Trot presented by Kroger is the perfect mix of fun and fitness on Thanksgiving morning. The 5k course is designed with all skill levels of walkers and runners in mind! It's ideal for first-timers and veteran runners alike. The Turkey Trot is a professionally timed event (you'll receive a race bib and chip timing device at packet pickup), but don't let that deter you from coming dressed in your favorite Thanksgiving-themed running gear!
The Gobble Gobble Kids Dash is a can't-miss tradition for kids on Thanksgiving. They'll be energized by the roar of the crowd and feel the freedom of wind in their face as they run through the streets of Blacksburg. Kids Dash participants will finish prior to the start of the Blacksburg Turkey Trot.
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