Ruby C. Hunt YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run 2026 — Boiling Springs, NC

Date
November 26, 2026
Location
Boiling Springs, NC
Venue
110 South Main Street
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $40.00
Events
5K Run/Walk Participant, Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Ruby C. Hunt YMCA Turkey Trot starts at 8:30 AM on November 26, 2026, giving you time to arrive in Boiling Springs the night before without an early morning crunch. The race offers two distances: a 1-mile option and a 5-mile option, so you can choose based on your race schedule or fitness level that week. Entry fees range from $20 to $40. The event launches from 110 South Main Street in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. If travel plans change or weather becomes problematic, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own terms. This flexibility makes it easier to commit to the race without worrying about logistical constraints closer to the date.

From the Race Organizer
The Turkey Trot 5K is a family-favorite tradition that takes place on Thanksgiving morning before all of the festivities begin for the day. Be sure to bring your friends and family so that you can wobble before you gobble! The 5K begins at the LYCC of Gardner-Webb University and the race route goes throughout the beautiful town of Boiling Springs. Running a race that matters this holiday season is what the Turkey Trot is all about; all proceeds from the race go to the YMCA's We Build People Scholarship Fund so that we can provide financial assistance to those in need so that they can have access to the YMCA. We can't wait to see you there!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Ruby C. Hunt YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run 2026 — Boiling Springs, NC?

Ruby C. Hunt YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run 2026 — Boiling Springs, NC takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Boiling Springs, North Carolina.

Where is Ruby C. Hunt YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run 2026 — Boiling Springs, NC held?

Ruby C. Hunt YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run 2026 — Boiling Springs, NC is held at 110 South Main Street in Boiling Springs, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Ruby C. Hunt YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run 2026 — Boiling Springs, NC?

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