Huntington West Virginia Turkey Trot
Thursday, November 26, 2026
9:00 AM EST
Huntington, West Virginia
$29.00–$34.30 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Join the festive spirit at the 20th Annual Huntington West Virginia Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, 2026! This beloved Thanksgiving tradition returns to the scenic Ritter Park in Huntington, Cabell, kicking off at 9 a.m. with registration starting at 7:45 a.m. Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to move their feet before the Thanksgiving feast in this fun-filled 5K run/walk. Whether you’re running, walking, pushing a stroller, or trotting alongside your furry friends, it's a wonderful opportunity to gather with family and friends while supporting a great cause.
Not only does the Turkey Trot promote health and community, but it also benefits Little Victories Animal Rescue. Participants are encouraged to bring a bag of dog or cat food to help support local animals in need. Don’t miss out on the chance to take home a special 20th Anniversary ornament as a keepsake of this milestone event. Lace up your running shoes, bring your loved ones, and help us celebrate two decades of gratitude, community, and compassion this Thanksgiving!
Not only does the Turkey Trot promote health and community, but it also benefits Little Victories Animal Rescue. Participants are encouraged to bring a bag of dog or cat food to help support local animals in need. Don’t miss out on the chance to take home a special 20th Anniversary ornament as a keepsake of this milestone event. Lace up your running shoes, bring your loved ones, and help us celebrate two decades of gratitude, community, and compassion this Thanksgiving!
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DATE: Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
LOCATION: Ritter Park, Huntington, West Virginia
START TIME: 9 a.m. (Registration 745 a.m.)
T-SHIRT REGISTRATION CUTOFF: NOV. 15: T-shirts are included with race registration THROUGH NOV. 15. Registrations received after this date will not include a shirt. No exceptions.
MOVE YOUR FEET BEFORE YOU EAT!
Celebrate 20 years of a Huntington Thanksgiving tradition!
The 20th Annual Huntington Turkey Trot returns to Ritter Park on Thanksgiving morning for a 5K run/walk benefiting Little Victories Animal Rescue http://littlevictories.org. Whether you run, walk, push a stroller, bring the kids, or trot alongside your dog, everyone is welcome to join us for a little movement and a lot of fun before the Thanksgiving feast.
For two decades, the Huntington Turkey Trot has brought families, friends, neighbors, and four-legged companions together on Thanksgiving morning. This year, we celebrate 20 years of community, tradition, gratitude, and support for animals in need.
And don't forget the food! We encourage every Turkey Trot participant to bring a bag of dog or cat food for Little Victories. Food and other much-needed shelter supplies will be collected during early packet pickup and on race morning.
Lace up, gather your flock, and help us celebrate 20 years of moving our feet before we eat!
TAKE A PIECE OF YEAR 20 HOME!
Twenty years of Thanksgiving tradition deserves a little something to remember them by!
Celebrate this milestone with our special 20TH ANNIVERSARY HUNTINGTON TURKEY TROT ORNAMENT, available now in our online store. Whether you are a longtime participant or joining the tradition for the first time, it's a fun way to commemorate this year's celebration.
Shop the 20th Anniversary commemorative ornament --> https://www.huntingtonturkeytrot.org/Race/Store/WV/Huntington/HuntingtonWVTurkeyTrot
ABOUT LITTLE VICTORIES
Proceeds from the Huntington Turkey Trot benefit Little Victories Animal Rescue, a lifesaving, no-kill shelter and sanctuary for dogs and cats in Ona, West Virginia. Little Victories provides safe shelter, medical care, enrichment, rehabilitation, adoption and foster programs, and lifelong sanctuary to animals in need throughout the community.
Every registration, donation, and bag of food collected through the Huntington Turkey Trot helps Little Victories continue giving animals a chance at life, love, and a home. Learn more about Little Victories Animal Rescue and their greatest current needs at littlevictories.org.
LOCATION: Ritter Park, Huntington, West Virginia
START TIME: 9 a.m. (Registration 745 a.m.)
T-SHIRT REGISTRATION CUTOFF: NOV. 15: T-shirts are included with race registration THROUGH NOV. 15. Registrations received after this date will not include a shirt. No exceptions.
MOVE YOUR FEET BEFORE YOU EAT!
Celebrate 20 years of a Huntington Thanksgiving tradition!
The 20th Annual Huntington Turkey Trot returns to Ritter Park on Thanksgiving morning for a 5K run/walk benefiting Little Victories Animal Rescue http://littlevictories.org. Whether you run, walk, push a stroller, bring the kids, or trot alongside your dog, everyone is welcome to join us for a little movement and a lot of fun before the Thanksgiving feast.
For two decades, the Huntington Turkey Trot has brought families, friends, neighbors, and four-legged companions together on Thanksgiving morning. This year, we celebrate 20 years of community, tradition, gratitude, and support for animals in need.
And don't forget the food! We encourage every Turkey Trot participant to bring a bag of dog or cat food for Little Victories. Food and other much-needed shelter supplies will be collected during early packet pickup and on race morning.
Lace up, gather your flock, and help us celebrate 20 years of moving our feet before we eat!
TAKE A PIECE OF YEAR 20 HOME!
Twenty years of Thanksgiving tradition deserves a little something to remember them by!
Celebrate this milestone with our special 20TH ANNIVERSARY HUNTINGTON TURKEY TROT ORNAMENT, available now in our online store. Whether you are a longtime participant or joining the tradition for the first time, it's a fun way to commemorate this year's celebration.
Shop the 20th Anniversary commemorative ornament --> https://www.huntingtonturkeytrot.org/Race/Store/WV/Huntington/HuntingtonWVTurkeyTrot
ABOUT LITTLE VICTORIES
Proceeds from the Huntington Turkey Trot benefit Little Victories Animal Rescue, a lifesaving, no-kill shelter and sanctuary for dogs and cats in Ona, West Virginia. Little Victories provides safe shelter, medical care, enrichment, rehabilitation, adoption and foster programs, and lifelong sanctuary to animals in need throughout the community.
Every registration, donation, and bag of food collected through the Huntington Turkey Trot helps Little Victories continue giving animals a chance at life, love, and a home. Learn more about Little Victories Animal Rescue and their greatest current needs at littlevictories.org.
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Ritter Park, 1326 12th Street, Huntington, 25701, WV, United States
Huntington West Virginia Turkey Trot
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