Turkey Trot 5K & Giblet Jog 1M To Benefit the United Way of Bartow County
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Cartersville, Georgia
- Price $28.45 - $33.94
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the annual Turkey Trot 5K and Giblet Jog 1M event on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in Cartersville, Bartow! This beloved Thanksgiving tradition invites participants of all ages to kick off the holiday season with a fun and festive atmosphere. The event will take place at the picturesque Sam Smith Park, with the race starting promptly at 9:00 AM. Whether you're aiming for a personal best in the 5K or enjoying a leisurely stroll in the 1M Giblet Jog, this is the perfect opportunity to gather with friends and family while supporting a great cause—the United Way of Bartow County.
Don’t miss out on this exciting community event! Pre-race packet pick-up is available on Friday, November 20, making it easy to get ready for the big day. With awards for top finishers and age categories, plus the chance to earn a frozen turkey for the top eight winners, the Turkey Trot promises a day of energy, smiles, and holiday spirit! Join fellow runners and walkers at Sam Smith Park for a memorable day full of fun, fitness, and community connection. Happy Thanksgiving to all, and we can’t wait to
Don’t miss out on this exciting community event! Pre-race packet pick-up is available on Friday, November 20, making it easy to get ready for the big day. With awards for top finishers and age categories, plus the chance to earn a frozen turkey for the top eight winners, the Turkey Trot promises a day of energy, smiles, and holiday spirit! Join fellow runners and walkers at Sam Smith Park for a memorable day full of fun, fitness, and community connection. Happy Thanksgiving to all, and we can’t wait to
Organiser's Description
ARE YOU READY TO GET YOUR TROT ON?
The annual UNITED WAY TURKEY TROT 5K & 1M GIBLET JOG benefitting the United Way of Bartow County is back! One of Cartersvilles favorite Thanksgiving week traditions returns on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2026!
This family-friendly event is all about fun, fitness, and community! Whether youre running to beat your personal best, enjoying a brisk walk, or just looking to kick off the holiday season in a festive way, the Turkey Trot is the place to be.
Race time is 9:00 AM at beautiful Sam Smith Park, just outside of downtown Cartersville. Grab your friends, bring the whole family, and start your holiday weekend with energy, smiles, for a great cause.
This is a North Georgia tradition you do not want to miss!
Additional Information can be found at www.bartowliveunited.org [https://www.bartowliveunited.org]
RACE REGISTRATION:
* On-Line race registration runs until 11:59 PM, Sunday evening, November 14th. You must register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate!
* Race Day Registration Rate: $40 5K / $35 2M.
RACE LOCATION:
_Sam Smith Park*_
(NOTE: *FOR THE EXACT RACE LOCATION, PLEASE USE THIS ADDRESS IN GOOGLE MAPS.)
152 Milner Rd., SE, Cartersville, GA 30120
Cartersville, GA 30120
RACE START-FINISH & RACE DAY PARKING:
* Both the Start and Finish Line(s) will be located at the entrance to the SAM SMITH SOCCER COMPLEX, behind Carterville Middle School (off of Milner Road just past the intersection of Milner Rd. and Walnut Grove Rd.)
* PLENTY of Event Parking within the Cartersville Soccer Complex/Ric Mason Fields parking lot off of Milner Rd.
Click here for Google Maps location of Parking: Cartersville Soccer Complex [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cartersville+Soccer+Complex/@34.1342843,-84.8263026,18z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x88f54932adfc9805:0x25487a2023afb422!8m2!3d34.1339124!4d-84.8258425]
RACE ROUTE:
In 2026 the route returns to it's traditional course! (with a small tweak here or there) but it's the same tried and true course that you have known and loved for many years! Scroll down to see the route map!
DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration
*8:55 AM Pre-Race Announcements
*9:00 AM 5K Turkey Trot Race Start
*9:05 AM 1M Giblet Jog Race Start
*10:00 AM Awards Presentation
PACKET PICK UP:
Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up for those that are pre-registered will be held Friday, November 20th, from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM at the Big Peach Running. Co. in Cartersville. Located at 402 E. Church St., Cartersville, GA 30121. Please make every effort to pick up your packet on Friday November 21st to avoid the lines on Saturday morning!
AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners
*Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners
*Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over
TOP 8 WINNERS ONCE AGAIN EARN YOUR FROZEN TURKEY!
PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT AND COME READY TO RUN, LAUGH, AND CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH YOUR COMMUNITY!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!
The annual UNITED WAY TURKEY TROT 5K & 1M GIBLET JOG benefitting the United Way of Bartow County is back! One of Cartersvilles favorite Thanksgiving week traditions returns on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2026!
This family-friendly event is all about fun, fitness, and community! Whether youre running to beat your personal best, enjoying a brisk walk, or just looking to kick off the holiday season in a festive way, the Turkey Trot is the place to be.
Race time is 9:00 AM at beautiful Sam Smith Park, just outside of downtown Cartersville. Grab your friends, bring the whole family, and start your holiday weekend with energy, smiles, for a great cause.
This is a North Georgia tradition you do not want to miss!
Additional Information can be found at www.bartowliveunited.org [https://www.bartowliveunited.org]
RACE REGISTRATION:
* On-Line race registration runs until 11:59 PM, Sunday evening, November 14th. You must register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate!
* Race Day Registration Rate: $40 5K / $35 2M.
RACE LOCATION:
_Sam Smith Park*_
(NOTE: *FOR THE EXACT RACE LOCATION, PLEASE USE THIS ADDRESS IN GOOGLE MAPS.)
152 Milner Rd., SE, Cartersville, GA 30120
Cartersville, GA 30120
RACE START-FINISH & RACE DAY PARKING:
* Both the Start and Finish Line(s) will be located at the entrance to the SAM SMITH SOCCER COMPLEX, behind Carterville Middle School (off of Milner Road just past the intersection of Milner Rd. and Walnut Grove Rd.)
* PLENTY of Event Parking within the Cartersville Soccer Complex/Ric Mason Fields parking lot off of Milner Rd.
Click here for Google Maps location of Parking: Cartersville Soccer Complex [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cartersville+Soccer+Complex/@34.1342843,-84.8263026,18z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x88f54932adfc9805:0x25487a2023afb422!8m2!3d34.1339124!4d-84.8258425]
RACE ROUTE:
In 2026 the route returns to it's traditional course! (with a small tweak here or there) but it's the same tried and true course that you have known and loved for many years! Scroll down to see the route map!
DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration
*8:55 AM Pre-Race Announcements
*9:00 AM 5K Turkey Trot Race Start
*9:05 AM 1M Giblet Jog Race Start
*10:00 AM Awards Presentation
PACKET PICK UP:
Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up for those that are pre-registered will be held Friday, November 20th, from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM at the Big Peach Running. Co. in Cartersville. Located at 402 E. Church St., Cartersville, GA 30121. Please make every effort to pick up your packet on Friday November 21st to avoid the lines on Saturday morning!
AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners
*Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners
*Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over
TOP 8 WINNERS ONCE AGAIN EARN YOUR FROZEN TURKEY!
PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT AND COME READY TO RUN, LAUGH, AND CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH YOUR COMMUNITY!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!
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