18th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Jefferson, Georgia
- Price $18.25
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 18th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in the charming town of Jefferson, Jackson! This exciting Thanksgiving Day event features a thrilling 5K race that winds through the historic downtown area, all while supporting a fantastic causeβthe FBC Jefferson Food Bank. The food bank plays a vital role in serving hundreds of families in Jackson County each year, and your participation can make a significant difference.
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup beginning at 7:00 AM in the Education Building. With an entry fee of just $15.00 plus 15 canned goods, you can secure your spot in this USA Track and Field certified course, which also serves as a qualifying race for the AJC Peachtree Road Race. Runners of all ages are welcome, with awards for top finishers in various categories. Remember, early registration by November 20 guarantees you a stylish long sleeve T-shirt! So lace up your running shoes, gather your canned goods, and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy in Jefferson!
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup beginning at 7:00 AM in the Education Building. With an entry fee of just $15.00 plus 15 canned goods, you can secure your spot in this USA Track and Field certified course, which also serves as a qualifying race for the AJC Peachtree Road Race. Runners of all ages are welcome, with awards for top finishers in various categories. Remember, early registration by November 20 guarantees you a stylish long sleeve T-shirt! So lace up your running shoes, gather your canned goods, and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy in Jefferson!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL THANKSGIVING DAY 5K RACE THROUGH HISTORIC DOWNTOWN JEFFERSON BENEFITING THE FBC JEFFERSON FOOD BANK!
THE FOOD BANK SERVES HUNDREDS OF JACKSON COUNTY FAMILIES IN NEED EVERY YEAR.
QUALIFYING RACE FOR THE AJC PEACHTREE ROAD RACE.
COURSE IS USA TRACK AND FIELD CERTIFIED COURSE. CERTIFICATION #GA24018WC
TIME:
Race starts at 8:00AM. Packet pickup starts at 7:00AM in the Education Building.
ENTRY FEE:
$15.00 plus 15 canned good items! All proceeds go directly to benefit the Food Bank.
Late Registration after midnight November 20 and race day registration: $15.00 and 15 canned good items.
Your paid entry by November 20 guarantees a long sleeve T-shirt. Shirts are not guaranteed to late or race day registrants. There will be receptacles at the high school parking lot for the canned food donations brought by runners the day of the race.
Suggested canned items: canned tuna, canned chicken, green beans, corn, peas, jelly, peanut butter, and any non-perishable food items!
AWARDS:
-Top Male & Female, Masters, Grand Masters, and Seniors
-Top 3 Male/Female in each age group: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and up.
SPONSORSHIPS:
We would love to have your family or your business become a sponsor for this very important cause! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please use the Donation option in the online registration process, or contact us via email at admin@fbcjefferson.org.
* Presenting Sponsor $300+ primary logo on all advertising and shirts
* Platinum Level ($200.00 or higher) sponsors can have their name and large logo advertised on T-shirt.
* Gold Level ($100.00 - $199.00) sponsors can have their name and business logo printed on the back of the T-shirt.
* Silver level ($50.00- $99.00) sponsors have their business or family name listed on the race T-shirt.
Every penny goes to benefit the Food Bank!
THE FOOD BANK SERVES HUNDREDS OF JACKSON COUNTY FAMILIES IN NEED EVERY YEAR.
QUALIFYING RACE FOR THE AJC PEACHTREE ROAD RACE.
COURSE IS USA TRACK AND FIELD CERTIFIED COURSE. CERTIFICATION #GA24018WC
TIME:
Race starts at 8:00AM. Packet pickup starts at 7:00AM in the Education Building.
ENTRY FEE:
$15.00 plus 15 canned good items! All proceeds go directly to benefit the Food Bank.
Late Registration after midnight November 20 and race day registration: $15.00 and 15 canned good items.
Your paid entry by November 20 guarantees a long sleeve T-shirt. Shirts are not guaranteed to late or race day registrants. There will be receptacles at the high school parking lot for the canned food donations brought by runners the day of the race.
Suggested canned items: canned tuna, canned chicken, green beans, corn, peas, jelly, peanut butter, and any non-perishable food items!
AWARDS:
-Top Male & Female, Masters, Grand Masters, and Seniors
-Top 3 Male/Female in each age group: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and up.
SPONSORSHIPS:
We would love to have your family or your business become a sponsor for this very important cause! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please use the Donation option in the online registration process, or contact us via email at admin@fbcjefferson.org.
* Presenting Sponsor $300+ primary logo on all advertising and shirts
* Platinum Level ($200.00 or higher) sponsors can have their name and large logo advertised on T-shirt.
* Gold Level ($100.00 - $199.00) sponsors can have their name and business logo printed on the back of the T-shirt.
* Silver level ($50.00- $99.00) sponsors have their business or family name listed on the race T-shirt.
Every penny goes to benefit the Food Bank!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt Long Sleeve
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$18.25
OPENS 27 FEBAJC Peachtree Official Qualifying Event USA Track and Field Certified Course #GA17065WC
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