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Give Thanks 8K 2026

Date
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Start time
8:30 AM start (New York)
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

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
8K Run/Walk8KNov 26, 20268:30 AM$40$45 after Nov 14, 2026–
Kids Fun RunKidsNov 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.

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.

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…

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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!