Vac & Dash 24th Annual Turkey Trot 4.2-Mile Run/Walk

  • Date Thu 26th November 2026
  • Time 7:00AM EST
  • Location Albemarle, North Carolina
  • Price Free
  • Races 1 race

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Event summary

Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving Day with a burst of energy at the 24th Annual Turkey Trot 4.2-Mile Run/Walk! This beloved tradition takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in the heart of Albemarle, Stanly County. Join fellow participants bright and early at 7:00 AM at the YMCA Park, located at 427 N. Street, Albemarle, NC 28001. With race day registration starting at 6:00 AM, you can easily join in the fun, even if you miss online registration, which closes on November 25 at 2:00 PM.

Whether you jog, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, this non-timed event is a fantastic opportunity to burn off some calories before indulging in your Thanksgiving feast. Don't forget to grab some exclusive Turkey Trot apparel available for purchase on-site or online. Plus, your participation supports a great cause, as monetary donations will be accepted for Stanly County Christian Ministries. Gather your family and friends, lace up your running shoes, and celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with the community at this exciting event!

Organiser's Description

24TH ANNUAL TURKEY TROT 4.2-MILE RUN ON THANKSGIVING MORNING



Vac & Dash invites you to the Turkey Trot 4.2 Mile Run-Walk Is Back for its 24th-year. Come out for this annual Stanly County tradition, where family and friends meet to start the day off in the calorie deficit column. Turkey Trot apparel will be available to purchase online or on the day of the event. We will be accepting monetary donations for Stanly County Christian Ministries.

THE HOLIDAY TRADITION STARTS AT 7:00 AM AT THE YMCA PARK AT 427 N. STREET, ALBEMARLE, NC 28001. RACE DAY REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 6:00 AM.

ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS ON WEDNESDAY 11/25 AT 2:00 PM. YOU CAN STILL REGISTER ON THANKSGIVING MORNING AT THE TURKEY TROT BEGINNING AT 6:00 AM.

This is a free non-timed event to burn some calories before your Thanksgiving Feast.

Races

  • 24rd Annual Turkey Trot 4.2-Mile Run

    Thu 26th November 2026 (7:00AM EST)

    Free

    Vac & Dash inviteas you to the 24th Annual Turkey Trot 4.2-Mile Run on Thanksgiving morning. The holiday tradition starts at 7:00 am at the YMCA park at 427 N. Street, Albemarle, NC 28001. Start your day in the calorie deficit column with some of the friendliest runners and walkers around. Online registration ends on Wednesday, November 25 at 2:00 pm. You can still register on Thanksgiving morning at the Turkey Trot beginning at 6:00 am. Turkey Trot Apparel - Long Sleeve cool max, cotton T-shirts and hoodies -are available for sale when you register.

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427 N. First St., Albemarle, 28001, NC, United States

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