15th Annual Drumstick Dash - 5K Run/Walk
External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Our 15th Annual Drumstick Dash 5K starts on Thanksgiving morning, November 26th, 2026 at 9AM. Registration includes a Race T-Shirt up until Monday, November 9th at 11:59PM. After that date, shirts will be available as supplies last. Our race motto is “Shuffle your feet so others can eat!” We encourage participants to bring as much canned food and nonperishable food as possible. Dress warm, but feel free to dress up in costume!
Typical conditions
For events around November 2026 in Charleston, WV, 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 Charleston, WV, 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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