Lynchburg Turkey Trot 5K
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Event overview
The Lynchburg Turkey Trot is a community 5K run and walk held in Lynchburg, Virginia on Thursday, November 27, 2025. The event supports HumanKind, with proceeds funding its programs and services. Race formats include both in-person and virtual options.
Distances:
- 5K in person
- 5K Youth in person (open to ages 12 and under)
- Virtual 5K
- Virtual 5K Youth (12 and under)
All registered participants receive a finisher medal. Event T-shirts are available in adult unisex and youth sizes and are guaranteed for registrations received by November 13, 2025.
Logistics and participant information
The in-person start and finish are located in front of EC Glass High School at 2111 Memorial Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24501. Packet pickup is offered as a drive-thru at the HumanKind Campus, 1903 HumanKind Way, with sessions scheduled on November 21 and November 26, 2025. Race packets may be mailed for an additional fee of $25 per address (up to five registrants); to receive shipped items before race week, registration must be completed by November 9, 2025.
The in-person course allows strollers but asks participants not to bring pets. Virtual participants may run or walk from anywhere between November 22 and November 30, 2025. The event takes place rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.