16th Annual Running of the Turkeys - 5K Run/Walk/Stroller Jog
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location York, South Carolina
- Price $33.25
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the 16th Annual Running of the Turkeys on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025, in the charming downtown of York! This festive 5K Run/Walk/Stroller Jog kicks off at 8 AM, bringing together families and runners of all ages to celebrate the spirit of the holiday while giving back to the community. Founded by local runners and church members in 2010, this event promotes health and community support by encouraging participants to donate non-perishable food items for those in need.
As you lace up your running shoes, remember that all proceeds will benefit People Attempting to Help (PATH), a vital organization serving York's residents since 1982, along with the Grace and Mercy Soup Kitchen and YSD1 Education Foundation. Don't miss the chance to make a difference this Thanksgiving while enjoying a fun-filled morning with friends and family. Be sure to register by November 2 to secure your event shirt and join in the joy of giving back while running for a great cause!
As you lace up your running shoes, remember that all proceeds will benefit People Attempting to Help (PATH), a vital organization serving York's residents since 1982, along with the Grace and Mercy Soup Kitchen and YSD1 Education Foundation. Don't miss the chance to make a difference this Thanksgiving while enjoying a fun-filled morning with friends and family. Be sure to register by November 2 to secure your event shirt and join in the joy of giving back while running for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
The 16th annual Running of the Turkeys through downtown York will take place Thanksgiving morning on November 27 with a start time of 8am. First Presbyterian and Trinity United Methodist churches will host the event.
Running of the Turkeys was founded in 2010 by local runners and church members wanting to bring a family-friendly Thanksgiving run to Yorks historic downtown and to give runners an opportunity to give back to their community.
Runners can drop off non perishable items to donate to PATH during packet pick up on Wednesday, November 26 or on the morning of the race.
People Attempting to Help, or PATH, will receive the proceeds and donations along with the Grace and Mercy Soup Kitchen of the Wesley United Methodist Church and YSD1 Education Foundation. With partner grocery stores buying less food and therefore donating less, PATHs inventory is at an all time low, while its client base continues to grow. Started in 1982 by the Western York County Christian Ministers Association, PATH has been serving the citizens of York and its outlying environs for 25 years. The not for profit organization includes a food pantry and associated thrift store and provides emergency aid for utilities and other needs for those in crisis.
For more information on PATH, visit pathministriesofyorksc.org [https://runsignup.com/pathministriesofyorksc.org].
SHIRTS ARE ONLY GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY NOVEMBER 2. INVENTORY AND SHIPPING ARE PUSHING DEADLINES EARLIER THAN NORMAL.
Running of the Turkeys was founded in 2010 by local runners and church members wanting to bring a family-friendly Thanksgiving run to Yorks historic downtown and to give runners an opportunity to give back to their community.
Runners can drop off non perishable items to donate to PATH during packet pick up on Wednesday, November 26 or on the morning of the race.
People Attempting to Help, or PATH, will receive the proceeds and donations along with the Grace and Mercy Soup Kitchen of the Wesley United Methodist Church and YSD1 Education Foundation. With partner grocery stores buying less food and therefore donating less, PATHs inventory is at an all time low, while its client base continues to grow. Started in 1982 by the Western York County Christian Ministers Association, PATH has been serving the citizens of York and its outlying environs for 25 years. The not for profit organization includes a food pantry and associated thrift store and provides emergency aid for utilities and other needs for those in crisis.
For more information on PATH, visit pathministriesofyorksc.org [https://runsignup.com/pathministriesofyorksc.org].
SHIRTS ARE ONLY GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY NOVEMBER 2. INVENTORY AND SHIPPING ARE PUSHING DEADLINES EARLIER THAN NORMAL.
Races
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5K Run/Walk (ALL AGES)
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$33.25
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