Turkey Trot 5K

  • Date Thu 27th November 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Beaufort, South Carolina
  • Price $43.40
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving in style at the Beaufort Turkey Trot 5K on Thursday, November 27, 2025! This exciting race takes place in the heart of historic Downtown Beaufort, starting at 8 AM at the intersection of Bay & Newcastle streets, right in front of the Best Western. Runners will enjoy a scenic, certified 5K course that takes them across the iconic Woods Memorial Bridge and through the charming streets of Beaufort.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages, with prizes awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age division. Make sure to register early to secure your spot and your race t-shirt! Packet pickup will be available the day before the race at Grounded Running or on race day from 7 AM to 7:45 AM for those who haven't pre-registered. So lace up your running shoes, gather your friends and family, and join us for a fun-filled morning that supports Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to run, give back, and celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving!

Organiser's Description

ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THE BEAUFORT TURKEY TROT WILL OPEN SOON!

Thank you for your support of Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry [https://www.lowcountryhabitat.org/] and our mission to build affordable housing in Beaufort.

Join Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry for a FUN 5K Race on Thanksgiving morning in Downtown Beaufort. Starting at 8am on Thursday November 27, 2025, at Bay & Newcastle streets (in front of the Best Western). Run through historic downtown Beaufort and across the famous Woods Memorial Bridge following a certified 5K course.

Packet pickup will be available at Grounded Running [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Grounded+Running/@32.4420093,-80.6926338,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88fc0b54e60daabd:0x874594cb131b1e09!8m2!3d32.4420093!4d-80.6926338] located at 2139 Boundary Street, Ste 108 Beaufort, SC 29902 on Wednesday, November 26th from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. PLEASE NOTE THAT T-SHIRTS AND SIZES ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER 11/1/2025.

Race Day registration/packet pick up: For runners that have not pre-registered, registration will be available on the day of the race from 7:00 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. for $50.00. Pre-registered runners may also pick up their packets at this time if they have not already done so. Registration / Packet Pick Up will close promptly at 7:45 am to ensure the race begins on-time.

Age categories: under 12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Prizes awarded to overall top three male and female in age divisions. Awards are for in-person participants only and we will start awards PROMPTLY AT 8:45AM.

Event is pet and stroller friendly. Flexi-type leashes will not be allowed at the event. Please have pets on a standard 4-6ft lead.

Course: The race start/finish line is on Bay Street in-between the Marina and Best Western at Freedom Mall. Run down Bay Street and across Woods Memorial Bridge to Lady's Island. Turn Right at Meridian Rd and run down to Youmans Drive and double back the same route to Freedom Mall.

Parking: The closest address reference point for your GPS is the downtown marina parking lot: 1006 Bay St, Beaufort, SC 29902 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Parking+lot,+1006+Bay+St,+Beaufort,+SC+29902/@32.4322036,-80.6759481,17z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x88fc0db253c2b121:0xaed214da05058cbe!8m2!3d32.4311018!4d-80.6740451]. You'll want to make sure to plan out parking in advance as traffic is to be expected with the bridge blocked off for the race. Check Park Beaufort [https://www.parkbeaufort.com/] to plan out your parking.

Please note that registration for this event and shipping fees are NOT REFUNDABLE. If we are unable to host an in person/live race, we will transfer to a virtual format.

Races

  • Habitat for Humanity's Turkey Trot 5K Run

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $43.40

    OPENS 01 MAY
    Online Registration for the Beaufort Turkey Trot opens soon! You can register in person at packet pickup. Packet pickup will be Wednesday, 11/26/25 at Grounded Running at 2139 Boundary St Unit 108 from 10:15am -5:00pm and on Thursday morning at the park in front of the marina from 7am -7:30am. In person registration on 11/26 and on race day will be $50 per person.

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1006 Bay Street, Beaufort, Beaufort, 29902, SC, United States

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