Southside Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Jonesboro, Georgia
- Price $18.24 - $28.24
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving morning with a bang at the Southside Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the vibrant community of Jonesboro, Clayton! This exciting event features a fun, family-friendly 5K run/walk and a 1 Mile run/walk, making it the perfect way to celebrate community, culture, and gratitude. Whether you're an experienced runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll after indulging in a hearty feast, the Southside Turkey Trot welcomes everyone to join in on the fun.
The festivities will begin at 8:00 AM at Clayton International Park, where participants can enjoy a professionally timed 5K and an untimed 1 Mile option. Registration includes a commemorative race shirt, a finisher medal for all, and plenty of post-race refreshments to refuel after the race. Plus, every registration contributes to food security initiatives and children's charities in the Southside of Atlanta, making your participation even more meaningful. Don’t miss your chance to be among the first 200 registrants who will earn the title of Founders of the Southside Turkey Trot, complete with special race bibs and recognition on the official Founders Wall. Gather your friends
The festivities will begin at 8:00 AM at Clayton International Park, where participants can enjoy a professionally timed 5K and an untimed 1 Mile option. Registration includes a commemorative race shirt, a finisher medal for all, and plenty of post-race refreshments to refuel after the race. Plus, every registration contributes to food security initiatives and children's charities in the Southside of Atlanta, making your participation even more meaningful. Don’t miss your chance to be among the first 200 registrants who will earn the title of Founders of the Southside Turkey Trot, complete with special race bibs and recognition on the official Founders Wall. Gather your friends
Organiser's Description
Start your Thanksgiving morning with the Southside Turkey Trot a fun, family-friendly 5K & 1 Mile that celebrates community, culture, and gratitude.
Whether youre a seasoned runner or just out to walk off last nights dessert, the Southside Turkey Trot is for you. Every registration supports food security initiatives and children's charities on the Southside of Atlanta.
Race Details:
Date: Thanksgiving Morning, November 27, 2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Clayton International Park (final approval pending)
Distances: 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Run/Walk - The 5K is chip timed. 1 Miler is not timed.
_WHAT YOU GET:_
Commemorative race shirt
Finisher medal
Professionally timed race (for 5K)
Post-race refreshments
Memories to last all year
THE FIRST 200 REGISTRANTS WILL BE FOUNDERS OF THE SOUTHSIDE TURKEY TROT. A LIFETIME OF BRAGGING, SPECIAL RACE BIBS, NAME LISTED ON OFFICIAL FOUNDERS WALL & RECOGNITION AS BEING PART OF THE FIRST SOUTHSIDE TURKEY TROT CREW - A TRUE OG.
AWARD CATEGORIES: 5K only. Overall Male and Female. Then Top 3 Male and Female - 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
_ADDITIONAL AWARDS:_
Best Costume
Team Champion (Lowest average time - Minimum Team Size is 4 - form your team)
_T-SHIRTS ARE GUARANTEED ONLY IF REGISTERED BY 11/4/2025**_ - NOTE - there will be extra shirts. Selection could be limited if registering after 11/4.
Teams:
Grab your friends, coworkers, or family.
Whether youre a seasoned runner or just out to walk off last nights dessert, the Southside Turkey Trot is for you. Every registration supports food security initiatives and children's charities on the Southside of Atlanta.
Race Details:
Date: Thanksgiving Morning, November 27, 2025
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Clayton International Park (final approval pending)
Distances: 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Run/Walk - The 5K is chip timed. 1 Miler is not timed.
_WHAT YOU GET:_
Commemorative race shirt
Finisher medal
Professionally timed race (for 5K)
Post-race refreshments
Memories to last all year
THE FIRST 200 REGISTRANTS WILL BE FOUNDERS OF THE SOUTHSIDE TURKEY TROT. A LIFETIME OF BRAGGING, SPECIAL RACE BIBS, NAME LISTED ON OFFICIAL FOUNDERS WALL & RECOGNITION AS BEING PART OF THE FIRST SOUTHSIDE TURKEY TROT CREW - A TRUE OG.
AWARD CATEGORIES: 5K only. Overall Male and Female. Then Top 3 Male and Female - 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
_ADDITIONAL AWARDS:_
Best Costume
Team Champion (Lowest average time - Minimum Team Size is 4 - form your team)
_T-SHIRTS ARE GUARANTEED ONLY IF REGISTERED BY 11/4/2025**_ - NOTE - there will be extra shirts. Selection could be limited if registering after 11/4.
Teams:
Grab your friends, coworkers, or family.
Races
-
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.24 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$28.24
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1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $3.24 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$18.24
There is a 30 minute course limit to complete the 1 Mile Fun Run. There is a 90 minute course limit to complete the 5K race. This equates to a 29:00 min/mile pace, which is a comfortable walk.
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2300 Hwy 138 SE, Jonesboro, 30236, GA, United States
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