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30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Location
- YMCA Cain Center, Athens, TX, 75751
Nov 26 Thursday, 2026
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When and where is 30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water?
30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water is on Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Athens, Texas. The first event starts at 8:05 AM local time. Distances: kids run, 1 Mile, 5K, fun run, walk and OCR. Current entry fees run $10 to $35 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Nov 26, 2026.
Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot race guide
The 30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot is a timed 5K, 1 mile family fun run or walk and new Kids and Pets Obstacle Course at the YMCA Cain Center in Athens on Thursday, November 26, 2026. The 5K starts at 8:15 a.m., and the race page says proceeds benefit Hope Springs Water.
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- 5K start
- 8:15 a.m.
- Distances
- 5K, 1 mile, kids and pets course
- Venue
- YMCA Cain Center, Athens
- Benefits
- Hope Springs Water
- Annual
- 30th
Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot FAQ
When and where is the Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot?
It is Thursday, November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving Day) at the YMCA Cain Center, 214 Loyola Dr, Athens, TX 75751.
How much does the Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot cost?
Current RunSignup entry fees, before processing fees: Timed 5K Run $35; 1 Mile Family Fun Run or Walk $30.
What time does the Athens Turkey Trot start?
RunSignup lists the Kids and Pets Obstacle Course at 8:05 a.m., the timed 5K at 8:15 a.m. and the 1 mile family fun run or walk at 8:20 a.m.
What is the Kids and Pets Obstacle Course at the Athens Turkey Trot?
It is a new event this year: a 100-yard run through pool noodles and hula hoops. Kids 10 and under can run with or without a pet, and pets must be on a leash (the page adds that turtles do not need one).
Who does the Athens Turkey Trot benefit?
All proceeds benefit Hope Springs Water, a nonprofit based in Athens, Texas that provides safe water, improved sanitation and hygiene education.
Can I register on race day for the Athens Turkey Trot?
RunSignup lists the registration deadline as 8:15 a.m. on November 26, 2026. Confirm on the registration page before relying on day-of sign-up.
How long has the Athens Turkey Trot been held?
The 2026 race is billed as the 30th annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot.
Race facts checked November 12, 2026 against RunSignup: Athens Turkey Trot. Entry fees come from RunSignup. Always confirm details with the race before you travel.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids and Pets Obstacle Course | 100 Yards | Nov 26, 2026, 8:05 AM | $10.00 until Nov 26, 2026 | Opens Sep 7, 2026 · Closes Nov 26, 2026 |
| Timed 5K Run | 5K | Nov 26, 2026, 8:15 AM | $35.00 until Nov 26, 2026 | Opens Sep 7, 2026 · Closes Nov 26, 2026 |
| 1 Mile Family Fun Run or Walk | 1 Miles | Nov 26, 2026, 8:20 AM | $30.00 until Nov 26, 2026 | Opens Sep 7, 2026 · Closes Nov 26, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About 30th Annual Athens Thanksgiving Turkey Trot benefiting Hope Springs Water
Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with family, friends, and neighbors at the Athens Annual Turkey Trot! This year’s 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will take place on Thanksgiving Day November 26, 2026 and is the perfect way to start the holiday with community, fitness, and giving back to a worth cause.
This year we are adding a new event. The Kids and Pets Obstacle Course. This a 100 yard run through pool noodle and hula hoops. Kids 10 and under can run with or without a pet. Bring you pet on a leash and get ready to have fun. No elephants or giraffes!! Turtles don't need a leash!
Every step you take helps bring clean water to communities around the world. All proceeds from the event benefit Hope Springs Water, a nonprofit based in Athens, TX, dedicated to providing safe water, improved sanitation, and hygiene education to those in need. By participating, you’re not only celebrating health and togetherness—you’re also helping transform lives through the gift of clean water.
Join us this Thanksgiving to "Trot for a Cause", "Create Lasting Memories", and make a "Global Impact" right from here in Athens, Texas!
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