Schedule and packet pickup
Packet Pick-Up
There will be two packet pick-up times available! Wednesday, November 25th from 3pm to 6pm at ACCA, 135 Hoyt Street Athens, GA. On race morning at Hendershot's from 7:15am -8:15am.
8KKids
Give Thanks 8K 2026
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Athens, Georgia
- Entry fee
- From $10 · goes up to $45 on Nov 14, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8K Run/Walk | 8K | Nov 26, 20268:30 AM | $40$45 after Nov 14, 2026 | – |
| Kids Fun Run | Kids | Nov 26, 202610:00 AM | $10$15 after Nov 14, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 8K fee goes up to $45 on Nov 14, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 8K Run/Walk: $40 until Nov 13, then $45 until Nov 26.
- Kids Fun Run: $10 until Nov 13, then $15 until Nov 26.
Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:15 AM, and the 8K Run/Walk starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 800 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Hendershot's, Athens, GA 30601
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 26 the day usually runs from 40°F at dawn to 61°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 31°F and hot years reach 70°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 Give Thanks 8K cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
Course Map
For an interactive look at this years USATF certified course (GA25068WC), please use the following link: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6645608234/. Yes MapMyRun shows it as over 5 miles, however MapMyRun does not take tangents from…
Awards
Awards
Top 3 Overall Male & Female. Overall Masters Male & Female. Overall Grand Masters Male & Female. Youngest Male/Female 8K Competitor. 1st Place Only in Each Age Division (Male & Female): 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39…
Rules and FAQ
FAQ
When and where is the race? The Give Thanks 8K will be held on Thanksgiving Day, November 27th in Athens, Georgia. The race will start and finish at Hendershots, 237 Prince Avenue. What time does the race start? Race Start: 8:30am 8k…
The cause
Race History
The GiveThanks 8k is a cherished tradition in Athens and all of us at ACCA are grateful to Dani McCall and the GiveThanks Foundation for her stewardship and passion for this race. Over the years, the GiveThanks 8k has raised money to help…
Race details
- Where
- Hendershot's, Athens, GA 30601Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 800 feet
- Results posted by the race
- RESULTS
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 8K, 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 Give Thanks 8K?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $10 before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Nov 14, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, 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?
- 8K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- Hendershot's, Athens, GA 30601.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Get ready to lace up and hit the pavement for Athens’ beloved Thanksgiving tradition – The Give Thanks 8k! Kick off your Thanksgiving holiday with gratitude, fun, and community spirit. The race begins at 8:30 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 10:00 AM, so there’s something for everyone. Before gathering around the table, come together with friends and neighbors to support the Athens Community Council on Aging – because after all, turkey, I mean aging, well, we’re all doing it! Sign up to run or volunteer today!