Goldsboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Goldsboro, NC

Date
November 26, 2026
Location
Goldsboro, NC
Venue
1105 Parkway Drive
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
6:57 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $45.00
Events
5K- Timed, 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Goldsboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will be held on November 26, 2026, at 1105 Parkway Drive in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Entry is $25.00 to $45.00. The event starts at 8:00 AM and offers a 5K and a 1 mile distance option.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for our 21st Annual Goldsboro YMCA Turkey Trot . Come start your Thanksgiving Day off right by supporting this benefit run/walk. Proceeds from this event will provide support to our community outreach programs here at the Goldsboro Family YMCA. For this year's Turkey Trot, we will be offering a timed 5K Run/Walk and a 1 Mile Run/Walk. The 5K event will start at 8:00 am on Thanksgiving Day, November 26th and the 1-mile Fun Run/Walk will start at 8:10am. What a great way to spend Thanksgiving morning with family and friends! Once you cross the finish line, we welcome you to cheer on the other participants. **Please note that T-shirts are only guaranteed to those who register before November 6th and sizes are based on availability from our vendor.

Course & Travel Notes

In November, typical weather normals for Goldsboro include an average high of 66°F and average low of 43°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on approximately 27% of days. The race venue sits at an elevation of 125 feet, with sunrise occurring at 6:57 AM on race day, approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes before the 8:00 AM start time. Pitt-Greenville Airport (PGV) is located 35.6 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 125 ft elevation☀️ Typically 66°F / 43°F · 27% chance of rain✈️ Pitt-Greenville Airport (PGV) — 35.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Goldsboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Goldsboro, NC?

Goldsboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Goldsboro, NC takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Goldsboro, North Carolina.

Where is Goldsboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Goldsboro, NC held?

Goldsboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Goldsboro, NC is held at 1105 Parkway Drive in Goldsboro, North Carolina.

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