Calabash Turkey Trot - Mashed Potato 1 Miler
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Distance
1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Registration is now open for the 12th Annual Calabash Turkey Trot which is Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. Offering a 10K, 5K, Mashed Potato Miler PLUS the ability to run ALL three which we call the Ultimate Thanksgiving Challenge! Prize Categories include: (Golden Turkey Trophies) Top 3 Overall Female/Male, Top 3 Masters Female/Male Every 5 Year Age Groups 1st, 2nd and 3rd Plus BEST COSTUME Serving Pumpkin Pie and Coffee at the finish line - you can't ask for a better way to start your Thanksgiving Day! 10K Start - 7:00 am 5K Start - 8:30 am 1 Mile Start - 9:15 am Awards Ceremony - 9:30 am (must be present to receive an award - trophies will not be shipped)
Typical conditions
For events around November 2026 in Calabash, NC, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Calabash, NC, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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