Leesville Community Turkey Trot

  • Date Thu 26th November 2026
  • Time 8:30AM EST
  • Location Raleigh, North Carolina
  • Price $21.10
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Leesville Community Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in Raleigh, Wake! This exciting event is more than just a race; it's a wonderful opportunity to support the Murphy Scholarship, Leesville Road High School's first endowed scholarship, which honors the legacy of the school's first principal, Richard J. Murphy.

Join the community for a USATF-certified 5K race that winds through the charming local neighborhood roads. It's perfect for everyone, whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply looking to enjoy the festive atmosphere with family and friends. With fun "Roost Stops" along the course, participants can take a break and soak in the camaraderie. Plus, the course is wheelchair, dog, and stroller friendly, ensuring everyone can partake in the festivities. Don't miss out on this chance for a fun-filled day that combines fitness, community spirit, and a meaningful cause!

Organiser's Description

The Murphy Scholarship is Leesville Road High School's first endowed scholarship. Founded in 2011 in memory of Leesville's first principal, Richard J. Murphy, it seeks to inspire incoming students by recognizing the best of our graduating senior class.

The major fundraiser for the scholarship is the Leesville Community Turkey Trot, presented by Murray Moyer. Our USATF-certified 5K race takes place on local neighborhood roads and serves as both a great volunteer opportunity and an informal reunion for Leesville alumni and families.

Whether you are running to win your age group & prizes or stroll & enjoy our fun "Roost Stops" along the way, we hope you can join us!

COURSE AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION

This course is wheelchair, dog and stroller friendly. Please note there will be course monitors and a police presence but THE ROADS ARE NOT CLOSED AND PARTICIPANTS SHOULD YIELD TO MOTORIZED AND NONMOTORIZED VEHICLES.

The course map is available at the following link: http://www.murphyscholars.org/uploads/1/4/0/2/140218680/certified_course_map.jpg

We encourage pre-registration for those who wish to be timed. Race day registration may be available if the race is not sold out; however, race day registrants will not receive an official time.

If you do not wear your race number pinned securely on your front midsection, the finish line officials will assume you do not want your time recorded or reported. If you do wear your number as directed, it is assumed that you consent for your official results to be posted publicly, including gender identification designation.

Races

  • Leesville Community Turkey Trot 5K

    Incl. $1.10 Fee & Race T-Shirt (Optional)

    Thu 26th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)

    $21.10

    OPENS 01 OCT

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Location

12201 New Leesville Blvd, Raleigh, 27613, NC, United States

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