Corolla Thanksgiving Day Wild Turkey 5k/1 Mile 2026
Join us for the Thanksgiving Day 5k/1 Mile race in Corolla at The Whalehead Club. This event is a family and community celebration in the spirit and fellowship of the holiday.
Pre-Race Information:
- Packet Pick-up & Late Registration: Wednesday, November 25, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM at The GYM (3712 N. Croatan Hwy, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949).
- Race Day Check-in: 6:30 AM - 7:45 AM onsite at the start/finish line in front of the Whalehead Club (1100 Club Rd, Corolla, NC 27927).
Race Schedule:
- 8:00 AM: Fun Run
- 8:15 AM: 5k Race Start
Race Details:
- Field Limits: 500 for 5k/1 Mile, 100 for Fun Run.
- Registration Includes: Long Sleeve Uni-fit Cotton T-shirt, unique finisher medal, chip timing, and a post-race light breakfast and snacks.
- Awards: Top 3 Male/Female Overall, Top 3 Overall Masters M/F (Over 40), and 1st place in each age group at 5-year increments.
- Course Support: Bicycle lead, Course Marshals, Turn Arrows, and a water stop at the halfway point.
- Participants Welcome: Runners, Walkers, Wheelchair participants, and Stroller/Jogger Participants. (Service Dogs only).
Pricing:
- Adults: $50.00
- Military: $45.00
- 17 & Under: $45.00
- Fun Run (10 & Under 1/4 Mile): $30.00
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we will be collecting canned goods/non-perishable food items for the local Food Bank.
Race Director Contact: 252-489-8239 (text or email [email protected])