SML Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Huddleston, Virginia
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic Thanksgiving tradition at the SML Turkey Trot on November 26th, 2026! This exciting event takes place at the picturesque Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Huddleston, Bedford, and features a fun-filled 1-mile run and a family-friendly 5k starting at 9 am. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a great way to kick off your holiday festivities, this race welcomes participants of all ages and skill levels, including walkers.
Not only will you enjoy a scenic asphalt route, but you'll also have the chance to win prizes for top qualifiers and the best-dressed turkey family! Awards for runners will be presented at 10:00 am, so don’t forget to register by October 31st to secure your race shirt. Join us in supporting the park, as a portion of the proceeds goes directly to its preservation. Bring your friends and family, and let’s make this Thanksgiving memorable together! We can’t wait to see you there!
Not only will you enjoy a scenic asphalt route, but you'll also have the chance to win prizes for top qualifiers and the best-dressed turkey family! Awards for runners will be presented at 10:00 am, so don’t forget to register by October 31st to secure your race shirt. Join us in supporting the park, as a portion of the proceeds goes directly to its preservation. Bring your friends and family, and let’s make this Thanksgiving memorable together! We can’t wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
Join us at Smith Mountain Lake State Park for the region's only Turkey Trot - 1 mile and family friendly 5k on November 26th (Thanksgiving) at 9 am! Hosted by LAT Wellness Studio, this race is located on a scenic, asphalt route and welcomes walkers and runners to participate. A portion of proceeds is donated to the state park.
Register by October 31st to guarantee a shirt. There will be prizes for top qualifiers for runners plus the best dressed turkey family! Awards for runners start at 10:00 am. Kids are encouraged to participate!
We encourage for you share this link with family and friends to expand our outreach to help raise money for the park! We hope to see you there!
For further questions or if you wish to become a sponsor, please reach out to the race director, Lacy Lynch via email at [email protected].
Register by October 31st to guarantee a shirt. There will be prizes for top qualifiers for runners plus the best dressed turkey family! Awards for runners start at 10:00 am. Kids are encouraged to participate!
We encourage for you share this link with family and friends to expand our outreach to help raise money for the park! We hope to see you there!
For further questions or if you wish to become a sponsor, please reach out to the race director, Lacy Lynch via email at [email protected].
Races
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SML Turkey Trot
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
OPENS 16 JAN 26 -
1 Miler
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Dog Tag Necklace
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:10AM EST)
$22.20
OPENS 16 JAN 26
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1235 Rd 888, Huddleston, 24104, VA, United States
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