The Running of the Turkeys 5K starts at 8:00 AM on November 26, 2026, in Roswell, Georgia, so plan your travel accordingly if you're flying in the day before. The race takes place at 43 Magnolia Street and covers the standard 5K distance. Entry fees range from $17 to $100 depending on your registration choice. If you're unable to travel to Georgia for race day, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete the 5K on your own schedule. This Thanksgiving-week race offers flexibility for endurance athletes juggling holiday plans and training schedules.
From the Race Organizer
The Running of the Turkeys 5k is the new City of Roswell Thanksgiving Day tradition!! Participate LIVE or VIRTUALLY! Come earn your turkey with us as we run down Canton Street in Downtown Roswell and support Friends Of Roswell Police . The Friends of Roswell Police raises money to support local families and seniors in need for the holidays and throughout the year All participants get a cool Turkey themed giveaway and an awesome tri-blend long sleeve t-shirt. This live event will start and finish on the famous Canton street in Downtown Roswell and will have limited participants, so sign up early!. This race is stroller friendly so the ENTIRE FAMILY can participate!! Sorry no pets 🙁 Early Packet Pickup - Mandatory Monday, 11/23/2026 - 4:00pm to 8:00Pm - Hampton Inn – 10740 Westside way Alpharetta, Georgia, 30009 Tuesday, 11/24/2026 - 2:00PM to 9:00PM - Gate City Brewing Company - 43 Magnolia St, Roswell, GA 30075 Park free behind Gate City or at the Roswell United Methodist Church lot located at the corner of Magnolia and Mimosa which is about 200 yards from Gate City Brewing Wednesday, 11/25/2026 - 12:00PM to 6:00PM- Big Peach Running Company EAST COBB Marietta - Woodlawn Point Shopping Center, 1062 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 30068 Race Day Packet Pickup Due to the size of the race we are requesting runners to pick up packets ( race number - shirt - giveaway ) at one of our 3 convenient locations on the 23rd, 24th and 25th. Runners can pick up multiple packets for friends and family. The size of the race of 4000+ runners and items to be given will make a race day packet pick up impossible for our volunteers and runners so we are making a mandatory early pick up so that race day will go smoothly for all. We do have 2 options for those that can not make that happen - 1) You can have your race number mailed to you 2 weeks before the race ($10) your bib will be mailed to your house and you will pick up your shirt and gift on race day 2) Race day pick up charge ($10) This can be added during sign up WHAT YOU NEED TO PICK UP YOUR BIB Please print and bring your registration confirmation to packet pick up. You can also have this on your phone and even in your apple wallet which will make it eary to find at check in !! At the top of your registration email there is a icon " ADD TO APPLE WALLET" BUT if you are picking up for multiple people it will be easier to have printed registrations for each person or have all in your Apple Wallet. It is important to have the barcode visible that is on your registration as this is how we will check you in. Your registration confirmation was emailed to you after you signed up with the title of the email "Running of the Turkeys 5k Registration Confirmation" that was sent to you by RUNSIGNUP ..if you can not locate this you can have it resent to you simply by logging into WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM and choosing my profile where you will see your current races. Choose Resend confirmation. Thursday November 27th Start 8:00am and finish by 9:30am Virtual Turkey runners will receive (shirt + gloves) Virtual runners can pick up at any of our packet pick ups or items will be mailed out week after the event. HOTEL YES WE HAVE A HOST HOTEL !!! Most of you are already in the area but many of you have family coming into town or some are coming into town just to get the coolest Turkey hat ever !!! EITHER way we have an amazing Hotel sponsor that is giving you amazing deals !! Even if you just need a place to put the inlaws here is the DEAL !! HOST HOTEL Hampton Inn Alpharetta / Roswell 1074 Westside way Alpharetta Ga 30009 Ask for Running of the Turkeys block
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 26.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Roswell, GA.
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
When is Running of the Turkeys 5k 2026 — Roswell, GA?
Running of the Turkeys 5k 2026 — Roswell, GA takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Roswell, Georgia.
Where is Running of the Turkeys 5k 2026 — Roswell, GA held?
Running of the Turkeys 5k 2026 — Roswell, GA is held at 43 Magnolia St, in Roswell, Georgia.
Where can I find hotels near Running of the Turkeys 5k 2026 — Roswell, GA?
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