About the Thurston Turkey Trot
The Thurston Turkey Trot runs on Thanksgiving morning, so the crowd skews toward families looking to move before the meal. The course offers both a longer run and a shorter option, and the whole thing wraps up quickly enough that the holiday is still in front of you.
Water, coffee, bananas, and cookies from a local baker are waiting at the finish. Proceeds go to a memorial scholarship supporting graduating seniors at Pender Public Schools, which gives the morning a grounded, local purpose beyond the race itself.
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Distances & Start Times
3.1 Miles11/26/2026 08:00$30
1 Mile11/26/2026 08:00$30
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