Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5k
Thursday, November 26, 2026
8:30 AM EST
Garner, North Carolina
$23.95–$42.81 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in Garner, Wake! This much-loved Thanksgiving tradition invites families, friends, and their furry companions to participate in a spirited morning run or walk through the picturesque White Deer and Lake Benson Parks. Choose from two exciting race options: a scenic 5K route featuring flat paved trails and some charming gravel paths, or a fun-filled 1M Fun Run perfect for all ages.
Dress up in your favorite Thanksgiving-themed costumes and don't forget to bring your well-behaved dogs on a leash (no retractable leashes, please)! This event not only promises a delightful holiday experience but also supports Freedom Ride Rescue's vital mission to help abandoned, neglected, and abused animals in North Carolina. With a goal to exceed last year's impressive turnout of over 1,000 participants, this year's race is shaping up to be unforgettable! Be sure to register early, as fees increase as race day approaches. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful Thanksgiving morning!
Dress up in your favorite Thanksgiving-themed costumes and don't forget to bring your well-behaved dogs on a leash (no retractable leashes, please)! This event not only promises a delightful holiday experience but also supports Freedom Ride Rescue's vital mission to help abandoned, neglected, and abused animals in North Carolina. With a goal to exceed last year's impressive turnout of over 1,000 participants, this year's race is shaping up to be unforgettable! Be sure to register early, as fees increase as race day approaches. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful Thanksgiving morning!
Races
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Virtual 5k
VirtualIncl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Complete the distance anywhere anytime - or just think of us from wherever you are. Virtual participants can upload their times, but they will not be included in awards. Times should be submitted between 11/23/2025-12/4/2025. Price includes shipping of race shirts to the continental United States (or local delivery/pick up).
Register8:30 AM EST
$23.95
Organiser's description
FOR RACE INFO _(PARKING, PACKET PICK UP, AWARDS, THE DAY'S AGENDA), _CLICK ON "RACE INFO" ON THE MENU!!
WHAT IS THE FREEDOM RIDE RESCUE TURKEY DAY 5K?
The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K is the annual Thanksgiving Day race held in Garners White Deer and Lake Benson Parks. Family and friends, both human and canine, gather to enjoy a brisk holiday morning run or walk through the parks to help raise money in support of Freedom Ride Rescue's mission to help abandoned, neglected and abused animals in North Carolina.
Race options include 5K and a 1M Fun Run. Both the 5K and 1M courses are relatively flat paved trails with some gravel/dirt paths for the 5K route. The seasonal beauty of these two parks is spectacular.
Thanksgiving themed costumes, decorated wagons, strollers and baby joggers are encouraged. WELL SOCIALIZED DOGS ARE WELCOME ON A 6 OR SHORTER LEASH - RETRACTABLE LEASHES ARE NOT PERMITTED. VIRTUAL 'RACERS' ARE WELCOME TO SUPPORT US FROM A FAR AND WILL RECEIVE A RACE SHIRT WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
Since its inception, The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K has been a very popular and well attended event. The first year was capped at 500 participants, and we sold out. In 2025, we had over 1000 registrations! For our 10th annual, we are hoping to break that record!!
REGISTRATION FEES INCREASE AS RACE DAY APPROACHES, SO REGISTER EARLY!
WHAT IS THE FREEDOM RIDE RESCUE TURKEY DAY 5K?
The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K is the annual Thanksgiving Day race held in Garners White Deer and Lake Benson Parks. Family and friends, both human and canine, gather to enjoy a brisk holiday morning run or walk through the parks to help raise money in support of Freedom Ride Rescue's mission to help abandoned, neglected and abused animals in North Carolina.
Race options include 5K and a 1M Fun Run. Both the 5K and 1M courses are relatively flat paved trails with some gravel/dirt paths for the 5K route. The seasonal beauty of these two parks is spectacular.
Thanksgiving themed costumes, decorated wagons, strollers and baby joggers are encouraged. WELL SOCIALIZED DOGS ARE WELCOME ON A 6 OR SHORTER LEASH - RETRACTABLE LEASHES ARE NOT PERMITTED. VIRTUAL 'RACERS' ARE WELCOME TO SUPPORT US FROM A FAR AND WILL RECEIVE A RACE SHIRT WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
Since its inception, The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K has been a very popular and well attended event. The first year was capped at 500 participants, and we sold out. In 2025, we had over 1000 registrations! For our 10th annual, we are hoping to break that record!!
REGISTRATION FEES INCREASE AS RACE DAY APPROACHES, SO REGISTER EARLY!
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Location
2400 Aversboro Rd, Garner, 27529, NC, United States
Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5k
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