The City of Hendersonville's Wellness Committee will be hosting the 12th Annual Turkey Trot 5k Thanksgiving morning.

Start your Thanksgiving morning with a fun-filled dash through downtown Hendersonville at the City’s 12th Annual Turkey Trot 5K! Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just in it for the costumes, this all-ages event is open to everyone.

The race kicks off at 8:30 a.m. Runners and walkers should plan to be off the course by 10:30 a.m.

This isn’t your typical race - it’s all about fun! Costumes are encouraged, so break out your best turkey, pilgrim, or pumpkin getup.

The race goes on rain, shine, or snow.

While it’s a non-sanctioned event, we’ll still hand out four fun prizes: farthest traveled, first male, first female, and a mystery time prize.

Well-behaved pets (and well-behaved owners who clean up after them) are welcome at the race.

Course Description

The Turkey Trot starts near the intersection of 5th Avenue East and King Street in front of City Hall. Participants proceed south on Main Street, right on Barnwell Street, right on Washington Street, left on 4th Avenue, right on Valley Street, loop through Oakdale Cemetery, return to 5th Avenue via Ehringhaus Street, and return to City Hall on 5th Ave West.

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Registration Info:

Registration is just $15 and includes a long-sleeved t-shirt. If you register by November 13th at 5 p.m., you’re guaranteed your preferred shirt size. We also need volunteers to put on a great event; volunteers can register online and get a free t-shirt for helping out.  

Unregistered community members are still invited to come out and do the race for fun.

Packet Pickup:

Race packets can be picked up on November 25th and 26th from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on the first floor of City Hall (160 Sixth Avenue East). Unclaimed packets will be redistributed by 9 a.m. on race day.

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