Cape Fear Habitat Turkey Trot at Wrightsville Beach
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
- Price $38.60 - $264.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the Cape Fear Habitat Turkey Trot at Wrightsville Beach on Thursday, November 27, 2025, for a festive Thanksgiving celebration that combines family, fitness, and philanthropy! This exciting event kicks off the holiday season with a choice between a timed 5K run/walk and a non-timed 1 Mile run/walk, making it perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels. The picturesque course winds through the charming beach town, providing stunning views as you trot along.
Get in the holiday spirit by dressing in your most creative Turkey costume while supporting Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity's mission to build homes for those in need. The fun doesn't stop there! Join in on the costume contest for both racers and pets, with prizes awarded for the best outfits. The Turkey Trot will take place at Wrightsville Beach Park, located at 321 Causeway Drive, ensuring a beautiful backdrop for this heartwarming event. Come out, have fun, and make a difference in your community this Thanksgiving!
Get in the holiday spirit by dressing in your most creative Turkey costume while supporting Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity's mission to build homes for those in need. The fun doesn't stop there! Join in on the costume contest for both racers and pets, with prizes awarded for the best outfits. The Turkey Trot will take place at Wrightsville Beach Park, located at 321 Causeway Drive, ensuring a beautiful backdrop for this heartwarming event. Come out, have fun, and make a difference in your community this Thanksgiving!
Organiser's Description
WHAT
Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity Turkey Trot at Wrightsville Beach!
Kick off your Thanksgiving with a morning of family, fitness, and fun all while helping Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity build a home! Join the festivities this Thanksgiving at Wrightsville Beach for the Turkey Trot. Come dress in your finest Turkey costume and support a great cause while enjoying a 5K or 1 Mile around a beautiful beach town.
WHEN
Thursday, November 27, 2025 -- Thanksgiving Day!
START / FINISH LINE
Wrightsville Beach Park
321 Causeway Drive
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
DISTANCES OFFERED
1 Mile Run/Walk (Not Timed)
5K Run/Walk (Timed)
*You can run or walk either event.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
For the Schedule of Events, including Packet Pickup, click HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/WrightsvilleBeachTurkeyTrot/Page-1]
HOW TO REGISTER
REGISTER BEFORE THE RACE: Click on SIGN UP in the upper right corner
REGISTER AT PACKET PICKUP OR AT THE RACE: To register in-person at at packet pickup or race morning, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone. You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.
NEW FOR 2025: BECOME A PREMIER DONOR PARTICIPANT!
Become one of ONLY 100 Premier Donor Participants in the Cape Fear Habitat for Humanitys Turkey Trot! Premier Participants receive a Cape Fear Habitat tote with an assortment of swag like our coveted Turkey Trot socks and other Habitat merch. Youll also receive recognition on our website and get shoutouts on social media for supporting our mission. During this season of giving, your generous gift is the gravy on top!
SIMPLY SELECT THIS REGISTRATION OPTION DURING CHECKOUT!
PARKING
Parking will be available first-come, first-serve at these locations: Wrightsville Beach Museum, Redix Parking Lots, Wrightsville Beach Baptist, Wrightsville United Methodist, US Post Office.
LUMINA ON WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH
Our Packet Pickup Partner, Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, is offering discounted rooms nights and a Thanksgiving Buffet. Check it all out HERE [https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnresorts/hotels/us/en/find-hotels/select-roomrate?fromRedirect=true&qSrt=sBR&qIta=99801505&icdv=99801505&qSlH=WRGNC&qCiD=29&qCiMy=102025&qCoD=01&qCoMy=112025&qGrpCd=TT5&qAAR=6CBARC&qRtP=6CBARC&setPMCookies=true&qSHBrC=HI&qDest=1706%20N.%20Lumina%20Ave%2C%20Wrightsville%20Beach%2C%20NC%2C%20US&showApp=true&adjustMonth=false&srb_u=1] - but hurry before they are sold out.
COSTUME CONTEST
BEST RACER TURKEY TROT COSTUME
Racers do not forget to don your BEST Turkey Trot Costumes! No preregistration needed. Just listen to the announcements that morning. Prizes will be awarded to the Best RACER Costume for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place.
Best PET Thanksgiving Costume
Although our furry friends are not allowed to race, they are welcome in the park at the start and finish area. Join our PET COSTUME PARTY! No preregistration needed. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Best PET Costume.
*Be sure to stop by the Costume Contest Tent for judging between 7:30am - 8:30am. Winners will be announced at 9:15am
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION HELPS
The Cape Fear Habitat Turkey Trot at Wrightsville Beach is an annual fundraiser for Cape Fear Habitat to build homes, communities, and hope in New Hanover, Pender, and Duplin Counties.
Last year, runners raised enough money to build a home for a neighbor in our community. Your family's Thanksgiving tradition at the Turkey Trot brings more families to the table. Thank you for building with us!
Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity Turkey Trot at Wrightsville Beach!
Kick off your Thanksgiving with a morning of family, fitness, and fun all while helping Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity build a home! Join the festivities this Thanksgiving at Wrightsville Beach for the Turkey Trot. Come dress in your finest Turkey costume and support a great cause while enjoying a 5K or 1 Mile around a beautiful beach town.
WHEN
Thursday, November 27, 2025 -- Thanksgiving Day!
START / FINISH LINE
Wrightsville Beach Park
321 Causeway Drive
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
DISTANCES OFFERED
1 Mile Run/Walk (Not Timed)
5K Run/Walk (Timed)
*You can run or walk either event.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
For the Schedule of Events, including Packet Pickup, click HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/WrightsvilleBeachTurkeyTrot/Page-1]
HOW TO REGISTER
REGISTER BEFORE THE RACE: Click on SIGN UP in the upper right corner
REGISTER AT PACKET PICKUP OR AT THE RACE: To register in-person at at packet pickup or race morning, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone. You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.
NEW FOR 2025: BECOME A PREMIER DONOR PARTICIPANT!
Become one of ONLY 100 Premier Donor Participants in the Cape Fear Habitat for Humanitys Turkey Trot! Premier Participants receive a Cape Fear Habitat tote with an assortment of swag like our coveted Turkey Trot socks and other Habitat merch. Youll also receive recognition on our website and get shoutouts on social media for supporting our mission. During this season of giving, your generous gift is the gravy on top!
SIMPLY SELECT THIS REGISTRATION OPTION DURING CHECKOUT!
PARKING
Parking will be available first-come, first-serve at these locations: Wrightsville Beach Museum, Redix Parking Lots, Wrightsville Beach Baptist, Wrightsville United Methodist, US Post Office.
LUMINA ON WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH
Our Packet Pickup Partner, Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, is offering discounted rooms nights and a Thanksgiving Buffet. Check it all out HERE [https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnresorts/hotels/us/en/find-hotels/select-roomrate?fromRedirect=true&qSrt=sBR&qIta=99801505&icdv=99801505&qSlH=WRGNC&qCiD=29&qCiMy=102025&qCoD=01&qCoMy=112025&qGrpCd=TT5&qAAR=6CBARC&qRtP=6CBARC&setPMCookies=true&qSHBrC=HI&qDest=1706%20N.%20Lumina%20Ave%2C%20Wrightsville%20Beach%2C%20NC%2C%20US&showApp=true&adjustMonth=false&srb_u=1] - but hurry before they are sold out.
COSTUME CONTEST
BEST RACER TURKEY TROT COSTUME
Racers do not forget to don your BEST Turkey Trot Costumes! No preregistration needed. Just listen to the announcements that morning. Prizes will be awarded to the Best RACER Costume for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place.
Best PET Thanksgiving Costume
Although our furry friends are not allowed to race, they are welcome in the park at the start and finish area. Join our PET COSTUME PARTY! No preregistration needed. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Best PET Costume.
*Be sure to stop by the Costume Contest Tent for judging between 7:30am - 8:30am. Winners will be announced at 9:15am
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION HELPS
The Cape Fear Habitat Turkey Trot at Wrightsville Beach is an annual fundraiser for Cape Fear Habitat to build homes, communities, and hope in New Hanover, Pender, and Duplin Counties.
Last year, runners raised enough money to build a home for a neighbor in our community. Your family's Thanksgiving tradition at the Turkey Trot brings more families to the table. Thank you for building with us!
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$38.60
Participants can run or walk this event. The 5K is timed. -
1 Mile
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$38.60
Participants can run or walk this event. The 1 Mile is not timed. -
Premier Donor Entry - Limited Quantity!
Incl. $14.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$264.00
Become a Premier Donor Participant in Cape Fear Habitat for Humanitys Turkey Trot! Premier Participants receive a Cape Fear Habitat tote with an assortment of swag like our coveted Turkey Trot socks and other Habitat merch. Youll also receive recognition on our website and get shoutouts on social media for supporting our mission. During this season of giving, your generous gift is the gravy on top!
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