Calabash Turkey Trot

Calabash Turkey Trot is an annual Thanksgiving Day running event in Calabash, North Carolina (Calabash, NC 28467). The race offers three distances: a 10K, a 5K, and a Mashed Potato Miler (1 mile), with an optional Ultimate Thanksgiving Challenge to complete all three. Prizes include Golden Turkey trophies for the top overall male and female, top masters, and first through third in every five-year age group, plus a Best Costume award.

Finisher perks include pumpkin pie and coffee at the finish line, and medals celebrate participants. The event is promoted as a beach-trot, family-friendly Thanksgiving morning celebration, though the course route isn’t specified on the site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.