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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
2001 Indian Drive, Dahlonega GA
5K
39–56°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
42–61°F
rain
2024
42–58°F
dry
2023
40–46°F
dry
2022
45–61°F
dry
2021
33–50°F
dry
2020
46–66°F
rain
2019
40–57°F
dry
2018
32–47°F
rain
2017
41–57°F
dry
2016
39–59°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
The Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5k and Fun Run will take place once again in Dahlonega. Join us for a morning run (or walk) through beautiful Camp Glisson and work up your appetite for the big meal of the day! Proceeds of this race will benefit Lumpkin Family Connection.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: 2001 Indian Drive, Dahlonega, GA
- Race URL: Register Here
Packet Pick-Up
- Early Packet Pick-Up: Tuesday, November 24th, 11am – 5pm
- Location: Lumpkin County High School
- Address: 2001 Indian Drive, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Donations
If you would like to donate a meal directly to Lumpkin Family Connection, please do so at this link: Donate Here.
Shirts
- T-shirts: Can only be guaranteed for participants who register prior to November 19th.
- Shirt Style: Short sleeve tri-blend shirts.
Race Day Information
- Registration and Packet Pick-Up: Opens at 7:30am at Lumpkin County High School.
- Registration Closes: 8:15am on race day.
Awards
Awards will be given to overall male and female finishers and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for age group winners (9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+), and all Fun Run finishers.
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