Turkey Trot of McDonough
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Event overview
Turkey Trot of McDonough 2025 is scheduled for Thursday, November 27, 2025, in McDonough, Georgia. The event is billed as South Atlanta's largest Thanksgiving Day running event and lists 31 participants at the time of posting. The start/finish area is at the Academy Sports parking lot, 198 S Point Blvd, McDonough, GA 30253, in the South Point Shopping Center near Belk. Proceeds benefit the Special Olympics of Henry County.
Race distances and logistics
Distances offered:
- 1 Mile Fun Run
- 5K
- 10K
Awards are presented across multiple age brackets, ranging from 14 & under through 75+. Standard registration includes a commemorative race t-shirt (if registered by the stated t-shirt guarantee deadline), a chip-timed race bib, and eligibility for age-group awards. A "Naked Runner" option is available online before race day; it does not include a medal, chip timing, race results, or a t-shirt. Early packet pickup is scheduled the Tuesday before the race at a McDonough address, and packet pickup is also available on race day at the Academy Sports parking lot. Registration is available online and there is walk-up registration on race day. Prices vary by registration period. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.