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17th Annual Gainesville Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Half Marathon and YOUTH FUN RUN presented by Limestone Shirt Factory 2026
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 7:45 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Gainesville, Georgia
- Entry fee
- From $20 · goes up to $45 on Nov 6, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt and a hoodie or sweatshirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth 1-Mile FUN RUN | Kids | Nov 26, 20267:45 AM | $20 | – |
| 10K | 10K | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $40$45 after Nov 6, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $35$40 after Nov 6, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $45$50 after Nov 6, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 10K fee goes up to $45 on Nov 6, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Youth 1-Mile FUN RUN: $20 until Nov 26.
- 10K: $40 until Nov 5, then $45 until Nov 25, then $50 until Nov 26.
- 5K: $35 until Nov 5, then $40 until Nov 25, then $45 until Nov 26.
- Half Marathon: $45 until Nov 5, then $50 until Nov 25, then $55 until Nov 26.
Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $45, entry is about 25 percent below a typical half marathon in Georgia, which costs $60 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Georgia runs 2:12:29, about 10:06 a mile, based on 56 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:20:21 and men in 2:02:34.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:18 AM, and the Youth 1-Mile FUN RUN starts at 7:45 AM. The start sits about 1,210 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Riverside Military Academy (Track Area), Gainesville, GA 30501
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2024 results
All results (4 years)5K
635
finishers
38:54
median (12:31 /mi)
18:19
winning time
62% / 38%
women / men
10K
92
finishers
59:07
median (9:31 /mi)
43:59
winning time
57% / 43%
women / men
Half Marathon
39
finishers
2:02:38
median (9:21 /mi)
1:09:34
winning time
41% / 59%
women / men
Aggregated from official results for 17th Annual Gainesville Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Half Marathon and YOUTH FUN RUN presented by Limestone Shirt Factory. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at 17th Annual Gainesville Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Half Marathon and YOUTH FUN RUN presented by Limestone Shirt Factory?
At the 2024 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 27:12 or better, the top quarter in 31:54, and half the field in 38:54; the last tenth came in after 1:01:13.
At the 2024 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 48:39 or better, the top quarter in 52:49, and half the field in 59:07; the last tenth came in after 1:17:08.
At the 2024 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:39:22 or better, the top quarter in 1:50:28, and half the field in 2:02:38; the last tenth came in after 2:31:35.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 22:16 | 21:21 |
| 20-29 | 26:19 | 22:20 |
| 30-39 | 28:19 | 24:06 |
| 40-49 | 27:08 | 23:52 |
| 50-59 | 28:46 | 25:46 |
| 60-69 | 38:56 | 34:00 |
| 70+ | 58:00 | 50:32 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2024.
Finishers by year
Up 106 percent since 2021.
372
2021
441
2022
449
2023
766
2024
All events combined, from official results.
17th Annual Gainesville Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Half Marathon and YOUTH FUN RUN presented by Limestone Shirt Factory 5K year by year
From 2021 to 2024, the field went from 289 to 635 finishers, and the median time rose from 37:01 to 38:54.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 635 (+86%) | 38:54 | under 27:12 | 18:19 |
| 2023 | 341 (-4%) | 35:47 | under 25:20 | 0:04 |
| 2022 | 354 (+22%) | 38:06 | under 24:37 | 16:36 |
| 2021 | 289 | 37:01 | under 26:25 | 17:07 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Georgia 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2024 5K field finished under 31:54, against 29:30 in a typical Georgia 5K, so times here run 8 percent slower.
- 10K: Faster than most Georgia 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2024 10K field finished under 52:49, against 54:39 in a typical Georgia 10K, so times here run 3 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 26 the day usually runs from 41°F at dawn to 59°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 24% of days. Cold snaps dip to 32°F and hot years reach 68°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of 17th Annual Gainesville Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Half Marathon and YOUTH FUN RUN presented by Limestone Shirt Factory cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
5K/10K Map
The 5K is one loop, the 10K is two loops of the course.
Awards
Awards
Overall Male & Female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in 5K, 10K, & Half. Masters Male & Female in 5K,10K, & Half. All Half Marathon participants receive a Finisher's Medal.
Rules and FAQ
Strollers and 4 Legged Friends
Strollers are allowed in this race. Dogs are allowed under the condition they are friendly and ok in crowded environments.
Race details
- Where
- Riverside Military Academy (Track Area), Gainesville, GA 30501Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,210 feet
- Results posted by the race
- Results
- Included with entry
- Long Sleeve Drifit T-Shirt; Quarter Zip-Unisex Pullover
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025), 2024 (Nov 28, 2024), 2023 (Nov 23, 2023), 2022 (Nov 24, 2022), 2021 (Nov 25, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is 17th Annual Gainesville Turkey Trot 5K/10K/Half Marathon and YOUTH FUN RUN presented by Limestone Shirt Factory?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 7:45 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Nov 6, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Georgia?
- At $45, entry is about 25 percent below a typical half marathon in Georgia, which costs $60 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt and a hoodie or sweatshirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2024, 635 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 38:54 and the winner ran 18:19.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2024 5K field finished under 31:54, against 29:30 in a typical Georgia 5K, so times here run 8 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- Riverside Military Academy (Track Area), Gainesville, GA 30501.
From the organizers
This is a fun event for the entire family. For those who might want to run a short distance to those who want to take a Thanksgiving morning stroll to the more serious runner that wants to run somewhat of a hilly course before chowing down on Thanksgiving Dinner. Very laid back but FUN!! This is our 17th year of a fun tradition offering a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. We also have a 1mile FUN RUN. The 5K, 10K, Half participants will receive a nice soft quarter zip pullover. In order to receive a special quarter zip you must sign up by NOVEMBER 16th.