
South Asheville Turkey Trot
🦃 What’s the Scoop?
This is how South Asheville does Turkey Day! On Thursday, November 27, 2025, start your Thanksgiving morning strong with the South Asheville Turkey Trot, a fun and relaxed 5K through the scenic Biltmore Park neighborhood—the only run permitted there. Costumes, community and carbs collide: trot for the turkey…and the pie!
👟 Race Details
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Date & Time: Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 9:00 AM (cut‑off at 10:30 AM)
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Distance: USATF‑certified 5K (3.1 miles) through tree-lined residential streets
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Timing: Chip‑timed using MyLaps for fast, accurate results
🎽 Swag, Medals & More
Participants enjoy:
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A free “vintage‑cool” race shirt (available at no cost if registered by November 2; $20 after)
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A custom finisher medal that participants rave “kids said it’s the coolest one they’ve ever received”
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A swag bag from Hunter Subaru plus refreshments from AVL Spring Water and local partners
👑 Costume Contest & Awards
Strut your feathers or flash your humor in the festive costume contest—prizes for cleverest get‑ups. Awards also go to the overall and top finishers in each age group, making this event friendly for serious runners and joyful trotting families alike.
📲 Join the Fun
Register online now to secure your spot—or go virtual if you’ll be traveling during the holidays—you’ll still get your shirt and medal by mail iDaph Events. For details and to sign up, visit: South Asheville Turkey Trot
Make this Thanksgiving memorable by mixing fitness, fun, and tradition—with a community full of friendly faces, festive outfits, and healthy habits. Happy Trot!






