St. James Elementary 10th Annual Royal Run Turkey Trot 5k
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Denver, North Carolina
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the 10th Annual St. James Elementary Royal Run Turkey Trot 5K, happening on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in Denver, Lincoln! This exciting community event invites participants of all ages to join in on the run, jog, walk, or stroll, all in support of St. James Elementary School. The 5K race kicks off at 8:30 AM, with packet pick-up and on-site registration starting at 7:00 AM.
In addition to the main event, a 1-mile fun walk will ensure there’s something for everyone. Participants will enjoy pre-race warm-ups and fun activities, plus all registered runners will receive a fabulous t-shirt (guaranteed for those who register by October 30, 2026), age group certificates, and finisher medals for all kids. Celebrate your achievements at the festive finish line festival, where awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers, as well as top finishers in various age categories. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit while supporting the programs and supplies that benefit our children throughout the school year!
In addition to the main event, a 1-mile fun walk will ensure there’s something for everyone. Participants will enjoy pre-race warm-ups and fun activities, plus all registered runners will receive a fabulous t-shirt (guaranteed for those who register by October 30, 2026), age group certificates, and finisher medals for all kids. Celebrate your achievements at the festive finish line festival, where awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers, as well as top finishers in various age categories. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit while supporting the programs and supplies that benefit our children throughout the school year!
Organiser's Description
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ROYAL RUN 5K & 1 MILE FUN WALK ON SATURDAY NOV 14, 2026! WE HAVE AN INCREDIBLY FUN EVENT PLANNED, AND ALL PROCEEDS WILL DIRECTLY BENEFIT SJES TO SUPPORT THE PROGRAMMING AND SUPPLIES OUR CHILDREN BENEFIT FROM THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR!
EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, Nov 13, 2026 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Packet Pick Up
St. James Elementary School
Saturday, Nov 14, 2026 - 7:00am-8:00am
Packet Pick Up and On-Site Registration
Warm-Ups and Pre-Race FUN!
Saturday, Nov 14, 2026 - 8:30am
5k Royal Run START!
Run, Jog, Walk, Stroll - Let's Do IT!
Our start and finish line! Located at 1774 St James Church ard Denver, NC.
RACE ENTRY INCLUDES PRE-RACE FUN, T-SHIRT, AGE GROUP CERTIFICATES, FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL KIDS AND A FABULOUS FINISH LINE FESTIVAL!
ST. JAMES ELEMENTARY PTO RAISING FUNDS TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL!
ADULT AND YOUTH SHIRT SIZES AVAILABLE! (T-SHIRTS ONLY GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY 10/30/2026)
AWARDS BREAK DOWN:
1ST PLACE MALE & FEMALE OVERALL
1ST, 2ND, 3RD MALE AND FEMALE IN FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
10 & UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, Nov 13, 2026 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Packet Pick Up
St. James Elementary School
Saturday, Nov 14, 2026 - 7:00am-8:00am
Packet Pick Up and On-Site Registration
Warm-Ups and Pre-Race FUN!
Saturday, Nov 14, 2026 - 8:30am
5k Royal Run START!
Run, Jog, Walk, Stroll - Let's Do IT!
Our start and finish line! Located at 1774 St James Church ard Denver, NC.
RACE ENTRY INCLUDES PRE-RACE FUN, T-SHIRT, AGE GROUP CERTIFICATES, FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL KIDS AND A FABULOUS FINISH LINE FESTIVAL!
ST. JAMES ELEMENTARY PTO RAISING FUNDS TO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL!
ADULT AND YOUTH SHIRT SIZES AVAILABLE! (T-SHIRTS ONLY GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY 10/30/2026)
AWARDS BREAK DOWN:
1ST PLACE MALE & FEMALE OVERALL
1ST, 2ND, 3RD MALE AND FEMALE IN FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
10 & UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Races
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5k (Timed)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$38.10
This division is for the competitors who are concerned about a TIME and placing for awards! Please make sure you have a timing device (bib/chip) race morning! -
One Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$22.20
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5k (NON-Timed) Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$27.50
This division is for anyone not concerned about a TIME (you will not get a timing device) Thank you for your support! -
Kids Dash (5 and Under)
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
Free
This kids dash is for kids 5 and under and will take place during the finish line festival. Participating kids and caregiver(s) should report to the starting line in the VR Pool Parking Lot. Kids will take one turn around the track and get to run across the official finish line! Each kids dash participant will receive a special medal when the cross the finish line.
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