Cold Turkey 5K and Little Turkeys Fun! Run/Walk 2026 — Franklin, NC

Date
November 26, 2026
Location
Franklin, NC
Venue
877 Ulco Drive
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $40.00
Events
Cold Turkey 5K, Little Turkeys Fun Run/Walk (All Ages), Cold Turkey 5K (Not Timed)
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Cold Turkey 5K and Little Turkeys Fun! Run/Walk takes place on November 26, 2026, in Franklin, North Carolina, at 877 Ulco Drive. The event offers two distances: a 1-mile option and a 5K, making it accessible to runners of different fitness levels. The race starts at 8:30 AM, giving you an early morning event to fit into your holiday schedule. Entry fees range from $20 to $40. This is a solid option if you're looking to stay active during the Thanksgiving weekend or kick off your late-fall race calendar. Franklin provides a convenient training destination before the post-holiday season ramps up.

From the Race Organizer
Gobble! Gobble! Join others for Franklin, NC's annual Cold Turkey 5K & Little Turkeys FUN! Run/Walk on November 27, 2025 THANKSGIVING DAY!!!!!! (TASSEE SHELTER 877 ULCO DRIVE Franklin, NC) This is the 12th year anniversary of Cold Turkey 5K & Little Turkeys FUN Run/Walk (All Ages) and we are planning to make this year's fundraiser for Special Olympics of Macon County, NC the best yet! Visit our Facebook Event page for details & announcements. Facebook Event Page Link: Cold Turkey 5K Info ***T-Shirt and Bib pickup will be held from 4-5:30pm on Wednesday the 26th (TASSEE SHELTER 877 ULCO DRIVE Franklin, NC and the morning of the race starting at 7:30am. Race day registration/Race packet pickup begins at 7:30am. Little Turkeys FUN! Run/Walk starts at 8:30AM Cold Turkey 5K starts at 9:00AM - 1 hour cut off for the 5K The first 200 5K PRE-REGISTERED ONLINE RACERS/20 Little Turkeys FUN! Run/Walk (All Ages) WILL RECEIVE AN EVENT SHIRT (Event shirts are LIMITED on race day) You must register before November 9, 2025 to be guaranteed event shirt (For the 5K & Fun Run) 5K: Awards to the overall 1st-3rd male & female winners & 1st-3rd age division winners. Little Turkeys FUN! Run/Walk (10 years old and under): Awards to the overall 1st-Every Little Turkey racer will receive a completion award.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Cold Turkey 5K and Little Turkeys Fun! Run/Walk 2026 — Franklin, NC?

Cold Turkey 5K and Little Turkeys Fun! Run/Walk 2026 — Franklin, NC takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Franklin, North Carolina.

Where is Cold Turkey 5K and Little Turkeys Fun! Run/Walk 2026 — Franklin, NC held?

Cold Turkey 5K and Little Turkeys Fun! Run/Walk 2026 — Franklin, NC is held at 877 Ulco Drive in Franklin, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Cold Turkey 5K and Little Turkeys Fun! Run/Walk 2026 — Franklin, NC?

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