Trojan Turkey Trot 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Marion, North Carolina
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off the Thanksgiving festivities at the Trojan Turkey Trot 5K & 10K, happening on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the vibrant community of Marion, McDowell. This exciting race offers participants a chance to run either a 5K or a 10K through the scenic streets of Marion, all while supporting a local middle school. The event encourages family and friends to come out and cheer on racers, fostering a spirit of community and celebration.
In addition to the main race, the Trojan Turkey Trot will feature a free wheelchair race, promoting inclusivity and participation among students and community members with disabilities. Plus, everyone can join in the fun with the exciting Pumpkin Roll! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day of fun, fitness, and festivities before the holiday season begins. Remember to register early, as t-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed after November 7th!
In addition to the main race, the Trojan Turkey Trot will feature a free wheelchair race, promoting inclusivity and participation among students and community members with disabilities. Plus, everyone can join in the fun with the exciting Pumpkin Roll! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day of fun, fitness, and festivities before the holiday season begins. Remember to register early, as t-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed after November 7th!
Organiser's Description
Get ready for Thanksgiving with this Turkey Trot 5k and 10k race! Run through the streets of Marion and support a local middle school!
As part of our 5K/10K race day, we are excited to host a free wheelchair race open to students and community members with disabilities. This event is designed to celebrate participation, effort, and fun in an encouraging, supportive environment. Family, friends, and race participants are invited to cheer on and celebrate every racer before the 5k and 10k events begin! The Pumpkin Roll is free to anyone who wants to participate!
We can not guarantee a t-shirt in your size after November 7th.
Route:
We will start at East McDowell Middle front drive
Turn left on State St.
Turn left on Garden St.
Turn left on Lincoln Ave.
Turn right on Teal St.
Left on Sinclair Ave, follow loop to Rutherford Rd.
Left on Rutherford Rd.
Left on Georgia Ave.
Left on Peavine Trail
Right on Alabama Ave.
Left on Tremont St.
Right on Ridgecrest Dr.
Right on Greenlee St.
Right on Pineview St.
Left on S McDowell Ave.
Right on Woodland Dr., Loop through Foxfire neighborhood
Right on S McDowell Ave.
Right on State St.
Return to East McDowell Middle
10k runners will complete the route twice. We will need at least 20 runners to sign up for the 10k in order to keep it as an option!
As part of our 5K/10K race day, we are excited to host a free wheelchair race open to students and community members with disabilities. This event is designed to celebrate participation, effort, and fun in an encouraging, supportive environment. Family, friends, and race participants are invited to cheer on and celebrate every racer before the 5k and 10k events begin! The Pumpkin Roll is free to anyone who wants to participate!
We can not guarantee a t-shirt in your size after November 7th.
Route:
We will start at East McDowell Middle front drive
Turn left on State St.
Turn left on Garden St.
Turn left on Lincoln Ave.
Turn right on Teal St.
Left on Sinclair Ave, follow loop to Rutherford Rd.
Left on Rutherford Rd.
Left on Georgia Ave.
Left on Peavine Trail
Right on Alabama Ave.
Left on Tremont St.
Right on Ridgecrest Dr.
Right on Greenlee St.
Right on Pineview St.
Left on S McDowell Ave.
Right on Woodland Dr., Loop through Foxfire neighborhood
Right on S McDowell Ave.
Right on State St.
Return to East McDowell Middle
10k runners will complete the route twice. We will need at least 20 runners to sign up for the 10k in order to keep it as an option!
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Trojan Turkey Trot 5K & 10K
