30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water 2026 — Athens, TX

Date
November 26, 2026
Location
Athens, TX
Venue
YMCA Cain Center
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
7:02 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $35.00
Events
Timed 5K Run, 1 Mile Family Fun Run or Walk, Kids and Pets Obstacle Course
Includes
Nice soft Turkey Trot T-Shirt + Swag Bag
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The 2026 Turkey Trot Athens TX 5K & 1 Mile Family Run takes place on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, at the YMCA Cain Center in Athens, Texas. The event offers both a 5K and a 1-mile option, making it accessible for runners of different abilities and ages. The race starts at 8:15 AM, giving you time to complete your run before holiday meals. Entry fees range from $38 to $48. Proceeds benefit Hope Springs Water, so your registration supports a local cause while you get your Thanksgiving morning workout in. This family-friendly event combines racing with community giving on one of the year's busiest travel days.

From the Race Organizer
Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with family, friends, and neighbors at the Athens Annual Turkey Trot! This year’s 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will take place on Thanksgiving Day November 26, 2026 and is the perfect way to start the holiday with community, fitness, and giving back to a worth cause. This year we are adding a new event. The Kids and Pets Obstacle Course . This a 1 00 yard run through pool noodle and hula hoops . Kids 10 and under can run with or without a pet. Bring you pet on a leash and get ready to have fun. No elephants or giraffes!! Turtles don't need a leash! Every step you take helps bring clean water to communities around the world. All proceeds from the event benefit Hope Springs Water , a nonprofit based in Athens, TX, dedicated to providing safe water, improved sanitation, and hygiene education to those in need. By participating, you’re not only celebrating health and togetherness—you’re also helping transform lives through the gift of clean water . Join us this Thanksgiving to " Trot for a Cause ", " Create Lasting Memories ", and make a " Global Impact " right from here in Athens, Texas!

Course & Travel Notes

The 30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water takes place in Athens, Texas on November 26, 2026, with an 8:00 AM start time, which is 58 minutes after sunrise at 7:02 AM. The venue sits at 499 feet elevation. Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (TYR) is located 28.5 miles from the race venue. Typical weather normals for November in the area show an average high of 68°F and average low of 44°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 22% of days.

⛰️ 499 ft elevation☀️ Typically 68°F / 44°F · 22% chance of rain✈️ Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (TYR) — 28.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water 2026 — Athens, TX?

30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water 2026 — Athens, TX takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Athens, Texas.

Where is 30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water 2026 — Athens, TX held?

30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water 2026 — Athens, TX is held at YMCA Cain Center in Athens, Texas.

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