Nov 17, 2023 - News

Where to wobble before you gobble in the Triangle

Zachery Eanes

Illustration of a the bottom half of a turkey in running shoes — Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios

For those that like to get in a hearty amount of exercise before diving into the bird on Thanksgiving, there are several turkey trots across the Triangle this year.

The Raleigh Turkey Trot kicks off its 8K race at 8:30am at the Ridgewood Shopping Center. Participation costs $35 if you sign up today and $40 starting Nov. 18.
Trophy Brewing's Trophy Trot, a 5K race through Dix Park with beers at its Maywood Avenue location, starts at 9am. $40.

The Leesville Community 5K Turkey Trot, which benefits scholarships for Leesville Road High School students, is $20.
Looking for a longer run? Try the Skinny Turkey Half Marathon winding through Wakefield Plantation at 7:30am. Entrance is $70 for the half marathon and less for shorter distances.
Take it off road with the Turkey Chase through Umstead State Park on Saturday. $70 for the half marathon; less for shorter distances.
In Durham, take a look at Trosa 5K Turkey Trot through the Lakewood neighborhood. $40.
Run through Garner's White Deer and Lake Benson parks in the Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5k. $37.50.

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