Event Description

GRIT Turkey Trot 5K 🦃

Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with GRIT Training Co. at our annual Turkey Trot 5K!

Whether you're chasing a PR, jogging with friends, walking with family, or just looking to get some miles in before Thanksgiving dinner, this event is for YOU!

Join us for a fun morning of fitness, community, and a little friendly competition. Runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels are welcome—and you do not have to be a GRIT member to participate!

📍 Location: Asheboro, NC
📅 Date: Thanksgiving Day — November 26, 2026
🏃 Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
⏱️ Chip Timed: All registered participants will receive an official chip-timed result
🏅 Finisher Medal: Every registered participant will receive a medal

Kids Under 10

Kids under 10 are welcome to show up and run or walk the 5K for FREE—no registration required!

If you'd like your child to receive a finisher medal and an official chip-timed result, they will need to be registered as a paid participant.

5K Course

Check out the official Turkey Trot 5K route on Strava.

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come start Thanksgiving morning with the GRIT community.

All paces welcome. All fitness levels welcome. Let's earn that turkey! 🦃