20th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Thu 26th November 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
  • Price Free - $33.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

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Join us for the 20th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM at Grand Park Lake in Market Common, Myrtle Beach, Horry. This festive event is the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving, offering a scenic 5K course that winds through the beautiful Market Common area, once home to the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base. Families can also participate in the Gobbler Kids' Dash, a fun 50-yard sprint starting at 9:00 AM, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the Thanksgiving spirit.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, this is one of the largest races in the Myrtle Beach area and welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. With chip timing for age group awards and a chance to earn medals, along with post-race snacks and refreshments, it's an event you won’t want to miss. Don't forget to register online ahead of time, and be sure to pick up your race packet to secure your participant shirt and bib! Celebrate the joy of the season with family, friends, and the community at this exciting Thanksgiving tradition!

Organiser's Description

NS PROMOS
20TH ANNUAL MYRTLE BEACH TURKEY TROT 5K PRESENTED BY UNITED BANK
GOBBLER KIDS' DASH
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2026
8:00AM
GRAND PARK LAKE IN MARKET COMMON FARROW PKWY SIDE BETWEEN NEVERS/HACKLER ST.



Come and work up your Thanksgiving appetite with a family friendly 5K and Kids' Dash! This is one of the largest races in the Myrtle Beach area! The race course is through the scenic Market Common region of Myrtle Beach, which was home to the former Myrtle Beach Air Force Base. Runners and Walkers are all welcome!

RACE INFO:

* Animals are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Service animals as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a service animal must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes.
* Baby joggers, baby strollers, skate boards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Wheelchairs, mobility aids, etc. as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a recognized device must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes.
* No water stop on course
* 5K race begins at 8:00am
* Gobbler Kids' (50 yards) Dash begins at 9:00am
* Gun timing for overall awards
* Chip timing for age group awards
* USATF Certified Course
* Runners and walkers are all WELCOME!

* Post race water and snacks available for participants

RACE SWAG:

* 5K-Participant Shirt (while supplies last)
* Gobbler Dash-Participant shirt add on option
* 5K/Gobbler Dash Participant Medal
* 5K/Gobbler Dash-Race Bib

REGISTRATION:

* Registration is only available online
* Registration closes Thursday, November 26 at 6:00am
* Gobbler Kids' Dash is free but participants must register online

PACKET PICKUP INFORMATION:

* Wednesday, November 25 from 4:00-7:00pm at TBA
* Thursday, November 26 from 6:45-7:45am at Grand Park Lake courtyard on Farrow Parkway

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**PLEASE NOTE--If you do not attend packet pickup prior to race morning, you will NOT receive your t-shirt until after you complete the 5K race/Gobbler Dash. You will need to come back to the info tent to pick up your shirt. Only race bibs will be distributed prior to the race on race morning.

PARKING:

* Free parking in Farrow Parking Garage next to Nacho Hippo
* Free parking along side streets in Market Common

RESTROOMS:

* Portos in the courtyard at Grand Park Lake

AWARDS:

* Overall Male and Female 1,2,3 place
* Overall Masters Male and Female 1 place
* Age Groups Male and Female 1,2,3 place 0-10, 11-14, 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
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* No awards for Gobbler Kids' Dash

NON-PROFIT PARTNERS:

* MB FIRE CARES: The MB Honor Guard is made from uniform personnel who chose to serve their fellow brothers and sisters by representing the Department and the City as Ambassadors of Goodwill.

SOCIAL MEDIA/CONTACT:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nspromos
The Market Common: https://www.marketcommonmb.com/
MB Fire Cares: https://www.facebook.com/MYRTLEBEACHFIRE
IG: @ns_promos
Strava: https://www.strava.com/clubs/nspromos
Website: www.nspromos.com [http://www.nspromos.com]
MB Mini Marathon www.runmyrtlebeach.com [http://www.runmyrtlebeach.com]

Races

  • 20th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.80 Fee & Unisex Sizing Participant Shirt

    Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    $33.80

    No water stop on course. Animals are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Baby joggers, baby strollers, skate boards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification.
  • Gobbler Kids' Dash (50 Yards)

    Incl. Unisex Sizing Participant Shirt

    Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    Free

    Gobbler Dash is untimed and no awards will be given. Participants must register online. Participant bibs will be distributed at packet pickup.

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Location

Grand Park Lake Courtyard on Farrow Parkway, 1150 Farrow Parkway, Myrtle Beach, 29577, SC, United States

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