Run Turkey Run 5K takes place at 840 Mauldin Road in Greenville, South Carolina on November 14, 2026. The race starts at 9:00 AM and covers a 5K distance. Entry fees range from $30 to $35. If you're traveling to Greenville for the race, note that a virtual participation option is available, which may be useful if your travel plans are flexible. The race offers standard 5K logistics without requiring a long course commitment, making it accessible for runners fitting a race into a broader travel schedule.
From the Race Organizer
🤩🎉 GET READY TO GOBBLE WITH EXCITEMENT FOR THE RUN TURKEY RUN 5K! 🦃🏃 Join us in making a real difference in our community! Every step you take at this year's race directly supports the Greenville Free Medical Clinic , helping provide essential healthcare, dental services, and prescription medications to local families in need. Get ready to gobble 'til you wobble 🦃 at the most high-energy, fun-filled pre-Thanksgiving event of the season! This isn't just a race—it's a full-blown party 🥳 with a purpose. On Saturday, November 14th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Conestee Park, we're bringing the heat and the beats for a day you won't forget! 🌟 YOUR TICKET TO THE TURKEY DAY CELEBRATION INCLUDES: 🌟 Your entry guarantees you a spot at the starting line, plus a treasure trove of festive perks and fun: 🧦 Exclusive Turkey Socks (famously crazy and way cooler than a standard tee!) 👕 Commemorative Race T-Shirt! 🏅 Custom Turkey Finisher Medal for every single runner! 🎶 Live music from our Awesome DJ! 🎨 Fun Face Painting to show off your festive spirit! 🍺 Refreshing adult beverages for participants 21+! 📸 Giant inflatable turkey selfie station! 🥇 RUN FAST, WIN BIG! THE GRAND PRIZES AWAIT! 🥇 The competition is fierce, and the rewards are legendary: 🏆 Top overall male and female finishers will strut away with a FREE FROZEN TURKEY—Thanksgiving dinner on us! ✨ Top finishers in every age group will receive prestigious Age Group Medals (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place)! Race Details and How You Can Help The Greenville Free Medical Clinic is an integral part of the safety net in our local healthcare delivery system. For nearly 40 years, its mission has been to promote wellness by providing compassionate, quality medical, dental care, optometry, health education, counseling and prescription medications without charge to eligible low-income uninsured Greenville County residents. Your $40.00 race fee does more than just get you a spot at the starting line—it makes a massive impact. All proceeds go directly to the Greenville Free Medical Clinic . By running with us, you're helping to build a healthier community, one stride at a time! Ready to run? Pricing: It's just $40 per runner/walker. Packet Pickup: Friday, November 13th: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Greenville Free Medical Clinic (600 Arlington Avenue, Greenville, SC 29611). Saturday, November 14th: 7:45 AM to 8:45 AM (at Conestee Park on race day). Race Start: The race kicks off at 9:00 AM sharp! Awards & Age Group Categories: Medals will be awarded to the 1st Place Overall Male and Female (Top 3 announced), along with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards for each age group: 👶 0–9 🧒 10–12 🧑🎓 13–16 🎓 17–19 🧑 20–29 👱 30–34 🧔 35–39 🧑🦰 40–44 🧓 45–49 👴 50–54 👵 55–59 🦳 60–64 🧙 65–69 🧝 70–79 🦄 80+ So, what are you waiting for? Grab your friends and family and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and giving back. Let's make this our most unforgettable event yet! Together, we can make a difference. 🤩🎉
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 14.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Greenville, SC.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Run Turkey Run 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC takes place on November 14, 2026. The race is held in Greenville, South Carolina.
Where is Run Turkey Run 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC held?
Run Turkey Run 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC is held at 840 Mauldin rd in Greenville, South Carolina.
Where can I find hotels near Run Turkey Run 5K 2026 — Greenville, SC?
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