Calabash Turkey Trot
When is Calabash Turkey Trot?
Calabash Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Calabash, NC.
What distances does Calabash Turkey Trot offer?
Calabash Turkey Trot offers 8 events: Mashed Potato 1 Miler, Virtual Mashed Potato Miler, Virtual 5K Turkey Trot, 5K Turkey Trot, 10K Turkey Trot, Virtual 10K Turkey Trot, Ultimate Thanksgiving Challenge, Virtual Ultimate Thanksgiving Challenge.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
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| Mashed Potato 1 Miler | 1.0 mi | $19.00 | Register |
| Virtual Mashed Potato Miler | 1.0 mi | $19.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K Turkey Trot | 5.0 km | $29.00 | Register |
| 5K Turkey Trot | 5.0 km | $29.00 | Register |
| 10K Turkey Trot | 10.0 km | $39.00 | Register |
| Virtual 10K Turkey Trot | 10.0 km | $39.00 | Register |
| Ultimate Thanksgiving Challenge | 10.321 mi | $80.00 | Register |
| Virtual Ultimate Thanksgiving Challenge | — | $80.00 | Register |
How much does Calabash Turkey Trot cost?
Registration for Calabash Turkey Trot starts at $110.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Calabash Turkey Trot held?
Calabash Turkey Trot is held in Calabash, NC at 9887 Oak St.
About Calabash Turkey Trot
Registration is now open for the 11th Annual Calabash Turkey Trot which is Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. Offering a 10K, 5K, Mashed Potato Miler PLUS the ability to run ALL three which we call the Ultimate Thanksgiving Challenge!
Prize Categories include: (Golden Turkey Trophies)
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Top 3 Overall Female/Male,
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Top 3 Masters Female/Male
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Every 5 Year Age Groups 1st, 2nd and 3rd
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Plus BEST COSTUME
Serving Pumpkin Pie and Coffee at the finish line - you can't ask for a better way to start your Thanksgiving Day!
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10K Start - 7:00 am
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5K Start - 8:30 am
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1 Mile Start - 9:15 am
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Awards Ceremony - 9:30 am
(must be present to receive an award - trophies will not be shipped)
Medals & Shirts
ONLY THE BEST SWAG FOR YOUR FAVORITE TURKEY TROT IN THE GRAND STRAND AREA - CALABASH!
We go all out for our participants with age group golden turkey trophies, after party pumpkin pie, a beautiful closed route through downtown Calabash (a cute seaside village) - but the medals and quarter zips in 2025 are absolutely insane! Check out these huge medals for all finishers and the quarter zip that is included for all participants in the 5K, 10K & Challenge.
*We've made the 1 mile more affordable by lowering the price and offering a Race T-Shirt as an add-on at cost (only $10).
The spinning challenge medal is given to participants the sign up for the challenge and run the 10K, 5K & 1 Mile for a total of 10.3 miles. Challengers are given all 4 medals together after the 1 mile.