Charleston's Thanksgiving morning tradition starts here.
The Turkey Day Run & Gobble Wobble 5K winds through historic downtown Charleston every Thanksgiving morning. 9,500+ runners and walkers. All paces welcome.
20,000+
participants and spectators
3rd Largest
Thanksgiving single-event 5K in the US
#1
largest 5K in SC
WHY RUN
More than a 5K
The Turkey Day Run has been a Lowcountry Thanksgiving tradition since 1914. It attracts runners and walkers from 35 states, Canada, and Mexico — all paces, all ages, all welcome.
Historic downtown course
The USATF-certified 5K winds past Charleston's most iconic landmarks — the Four Corners of Law, White Point Gardens, King Street, and Marion Square.
Cash prizes & awards
Top finishers take home cash prizes up to $500. Gift cards from Fleet Feet go to the top ten. Random prizes given away at the post-race celebration.
The whole family
A Children's Fun Run at 10:30am means even the youngest members of your crew get their moment. Activities and healthy treats for all ages at the post-race party.
Runs for a cause
Every registration supports local charities. Past recipients include Charleston Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics, American Cancer Society, and Pet Helpers.
RACE DAY
What to expect on Thanksgiving morning
WEDNESDAY, NOV 25
9AM - 6PM
Marion Square, 337 Meeting St. Pick up your bib the day before to skip the morning rush.
THANKSGIVING MORNING
7:00 AM
Runners begin lining up at the start line.
9:00 AM
USATF-certified course through historic downtown Charleston.
9:00 AM
Free beer, food, music, and local vendors at Marion Square.
10:30 AM
Awards ceremony to follow.
AFTER THE FINISH LINE
The party starts when the run ends
Cross the finish line and head straight to Marion Square for the post-race celebration. It's free for all registered participants and it's the best part of Thanksgiving morning.
Free beer
Complimentary for participants 21+
Food & Vendors
Local vendors with food, drinks, and healthy treats
Live DJ
Music to keep the energy going after the race
Awards & prizes
Cash prizes, gift cards, and random giveaways
Children's run
Fun run for kids at 10:30am with their own awards
READY TO RUN?
Registration is open for the 49th Annual Turkey Day Run
Spots fill up fast. Lock in your place now and start your Thanksgiving morning tradition.
Register NowRACE DAY
Thanksgiving morning, 9:00am
START & FINISH
Marion Square, downtown Charleston
DISTANCE
5K (3.1 miles), run or walk
PACKET PICKUP
Wednesday, Nov 25, 9am – 6pm
CAN'T MAKE IT IN PERSON?
Virtual race option available
Make it your Thanksgiving morning tradition.
Join thousands of runners, walkers, and families on Thanksgiving morning in the heart of Charleston. The 49th Annual Turkey Day Run & Gobble Wobble 5K registration is open now.