16th Annual Gainesville Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Half Marathon presented by Limestone Shirt Factory

  • Date Thu 27th November 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Gainesville, Georgia
  • Price $38.50 - $49.50
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Join us for the 16th Annual Gainesville Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the heart of Gainesville, Hall! This exciting family-friendly event is perfect for everyone, whether you're looking to sprint through a 5K, tackle a 10K, or challenge yourself with a half marathon on a hilly course. The races kick off at 8:00 AM from the Riverside Military Academy track area, offering a laid-back atmosphere filled with community spirit.

Participants can expect a fun experience, complete with a cozy, soft garment-dyed hoodie for those who register by November 16th. Plus, this year features digital timing, so you’ll receive fast results immediately after crossing the finish line! Don’t forget to bring at least three canned goods to donate to the Gainesville First United Methodist Church and help those in need during the holiday season. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable Thanksgiving morning tradition, where running meets giving back!

Organiser's Description

THIS IS A FUN EVENT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. FOR THOSE WHO MIGHT WANT TO RUN A SHORT DISTANCE TO THOSE WHO WANT TO TAKE A THANKSGIVING MORNING STROLL TO THE MORE SERIOUS RUNNER THAT WANTS TO RUN SOMEWHAT OF A HILLY COURSE BEFORE CHOWING DOWN ON THANKSGIVING DINNER. VERY LAID BACK BUT FUN!! THIS IS OUR 15TH YEAR OF A FUN TRADITION OFFERING A 5K, 10K, AND HALF MARATHON. EACH PARTICIPANT WILL RECEIVE A NICE SOFT GARMENT-DYED HOODIE. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A SPECIAL HOODIE YOU MUST SIGN UP BY NOVEMBER 16TH. WE WILL ALSO BE PROVIDING DIGITAL TIMING THIS YEAR! FAST RESULTS WILL BE POSTED IMMEDIATELY. WE ASK THAT YOU BRING 3 CAN GOODS TO PICK UP OR RACE MORNING TO BE DONATED TO GAINESVILLE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TO SHARE WITH THOSE IN NEED OVER THE HOLIDAYS.

PLEASE BRING AT LEAST 3 CANNED GOODS TO BENEFIT GFUMC [https://www.gfumc.com/] WITH YOUR REGISTRATION!

* All races begin at 8:00 am at the Riverside Military Academy track area. Package pickup will be on Wednesday 12:00 - 5:00 and race morning beginning at 7:00 am.
* The Half Marathon course is a challenging course with a few hills - self serve aid stations along the way.
* The 5K is an out and back loop and the 10K repeats the 5K course 2 times.

PACKET PICK-UP WILL BE AVAILABLE ON WEDNESDAY, NOV. 26TH FROM 12:00PM TO 5:00PM AT LIMESTONE SHIRT FACTORY - 2480 LIMESTONE PARKWAY, GAINESVILLE, GA 30501.

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & Light Pigment Dyed Hoodie

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $38.50

  • 10k

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Light Pigment Dyed Hoodie

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $44.00

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.50 Fee & Light Pigment Dyed Hoodie

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $49.50

    New route for Half Marathon - 3 Loops - LESS Hills!

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Location

Riverside Preparatory Academy (Track Area), 2001 Riverside Drive, Gainesville, 30501, GA, United States

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