High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K
When is High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K?
High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Boone, NC.
What distances does High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K offer?
High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K offers 4 events: Fun Run/Walk, 5K Timed Race, 10K Timed Race, Sleep In - Shirt Only!.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fun Run/Walk | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| 5K Timed Race | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| 10K Timed Race | 10.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Sleep In - Shirt Only! | — | $40.00 | Register |
How much does High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K cost?
Registration for High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K held?
High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K is held in Boone, NC at 355 M.L.K. Jr. St.
About High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K
The LARGEST 5k & 10k in North Carolina's High Country returns to the Boone Greenway for the 16th year!
Taking place on Thanksgiving morning, The High Country Turkey Trot is open to competitive runners, casual joggers, and walkers. Far from just a race, the event is fun for the entire family and includes a live DJ, photo-staging area, costumes, awesome giveaways, and a picnic shed full of food and hot drinks. You definitely don't want to miss this!
2026 SWAG!
Swag designs will be revealed in Summer 2026!
ALL FINISHERS: Will receive a custom HCTT long sleeve and a finisher medal!
OVERALL WINNERS: In addition to a pie from Stick Boy Bread Co., the top three overall winners in M/F will receive HCTT custom swag!
AGE GROUP WINNERS: Top three in finishers in all age groups will receive a custom HCTT custom swag!
Packet Pick-Up
BEFORE RACE DAY:
November 25, 2026 from 10am -6pm.
Hospitality House Housing & Outreach Center
160 Den-Mac Drive, Boone NC (right next to Hatchet Coffee).
ON RACE MORNING:
Packets will be available on-site beginning at 7:30am.
Parking
Watauga Parks & Recreation and National Guard Armory lots on M.L.K. Jr. Street Boone, NC 28607.
Please allow a MINIMUM of 30 MINUTES to park and arrive at the race start.
Weather/Cancellation Policy
Weather:
- Rain, shine or snow – we are a GO: (Some folks no longer have the luxury of being indoors during bad weather. We ask that you remember the purpose of our Trot, be thankful that you have a home to go to and come on out to help those less fortunate. )
- Snow plows are available and trails will be clear
- Severe Weather: If there is lightning, flooding, hurricane winds an assessment will be made day of. Check HCTurkeyTrot.org or call (828) 264-1237 if you are unclear.
Event cancellation: if event is cancelled for any reason, you can pick up your shirts at Hospitality House Housing & Outreach Center and you will receive a THANK YOU letter for your entry fee/donation.