37th Annual
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37th Annual 〰️
Thursday, November 27, 2025 | 8:00 AM
Start your Thanksgiving morning on the right foot at the Island Rec Center’s annual Turkey Trot 5K! This festive run is perfect for families, friends, and runners of all levels. Come dressed in your best turkey attire and enjoy a scenic course, great company, and a little pre-feast fitness. The race begins in the Boathouse parking lot, winds into Hilton Head Plantation and turns around to finish at the start. Make it a tradition, bring your gratitude and your running shoes, and join us for a morning of fun before the feast!
Registration
$40 - includes a race shirt, finisher medal, and entry to the afterparty! Price increases to $50 on November 1, so register early to save your spot (and your dollars). NO REFUNDS!
Packet Pickup and Food Donations
Packet Pickup (Wednesday, Nov 26, 10 AM–6 PM at Island Rec Center). We’ll be collecting canned and pantry items for The Deep Well Project at and on race day.
Race Day Parking
Available at Mt. Calvary Church and the Dockside/Hudson’s parking lots. No roadside parking—please follow all parking attendants for everyone’s safety.
FAQs
No pets allowed. Strollers are welcome but must start at the back of the pack.
Accommodations
The Holiday Inn Express Hilton Head Island offers a perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and location. Just a short walk from Coligny Beach and Plaza, and steps from Lowcountry Celebration Park, it’s ideal for beachgoers and families. Guests enjoy free hot breakfast, a resort-style pool, fitness center, and complimentary beach shuttle. Rooms are modern with comfortable beds, free Wi-Fi, and in-room amenities like mini-fridges and microwaves. Pet-friendly and close to shops, dining, and outdoor fun, it’s a great choice for a relaxed, well-rounded Hilton Head stay.
Discounted rates from $109
Cutoff: 11/12 | Booking code: TUR
