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Asheville, NC US 28803
PRE-EVENT INFO
For course + hub maps, parking locations, packet pickup info, and more - CLICK HERE.
We've reached 1,000 participants!!!
Hooray! We have reached a RECORD 1,000 registered participants.
All finisher medals have been spoken for by these pre-registered runners. Any participant registered after 6:15 PM on 11/26, will not be guaranteed to receive a finisher medal when they cross the line. Any leftover medals from participant NO SHOWS will be available around 10:15 AM at the packet pickup area on a first come, first serve basis.
Description
Thanksgiving is the largest running holiday with families all over the country getting together to share miles and smiles prior to their meal later in the day. We hope you will make this race part of your annual tradition. Join us on Thanksgiving morning for the SECOND year of the Biltmore Park Turkey Trot!
This is Biltmore Park's only Thanksgiving Day certified, USATF 5k. Our route will begin and end in Biltmore Park in South Asheville and run through Biltmore Park Town Square and the surrounding neighborhood. The race will begin promptly at 9:00 am.
All participants registered by November 1st are guaranteed to receive a finisher medal upon completion, a complimentary long-sleeve t-shirt, and swag from our partners! UPDATE: The finisher medal deadline has been extended thru November 10th at midnight (up to 1,000 participants).
A big thank you to the ongoing support from our community, Biltmore Park Town Square, and our many other sponsors. Our highest priority is our commitment to hosting a first-class event all around.
** Strollers are permitted. ** Dogs are not allowed on the course **
***This event is capped at 1,000 participants
All pre-registered participants will receive a 50/50 poly-blend long sleeve t-shirt if registered before November 1st. After this date, shirts will be available online in limited quantities for $10.
- Pre-event packet pickup - Wednesday, November 27th from 3:30-5:30 pm (Location: 8 Town Square Blvd. Suite 160 (next door to Fleet Feet on the right).
- Race Day Packet Pick- Up and on-site Registration is Thursday, November 28th from 7:30am- 8:45am
- Race starts promptly at 9am in Biltmore Park Town Square
- Awards Ceremony at approximately 10:15 am
Prizes and Awards:
All finishers pre-registered by November 10th at midnight are guaranteed a 2019 Biltmore Park Turkey Trot 5k Finisher Medal (up to 1,000 participants).
Overall - Male/Female: Top 3
Overall Winners (1st place male/female) will receive a turkey from Luella's BBQ!
Master's - Male/Female: Top 3
Age Group:
Male/Female, Top 3 in each category
9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-59, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 and up
NEW FOR 2020!! Your Turkey Day spirit could land you an awesome prize this year - a free smoked turkey from Luella's BBQ! Show up in style and cheer on your fellow runners to win the Most Spirited Family & Friends Award!
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers pre-registered by November 10th at midnight are guaranteed a 2019 Biltmore Park Turkey Trot 5k Finisher Medal (up to 1,000 participants).
RACE SHIRTS
All participants will receive a 50/50 poly-blend long sleeve shirt when they register by November 1st. After that date, shirts will be available for purchase online in limited sizes/quantities for $10.
PARKING
Biltmore Park Town Square will have ample, free parking on race morning. There are plenty of parking spots on the streets and throughout the parking decks.
Packet Pickup
Pre-event packet pickup: Wednesday, November 27th from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm (Location: 8 Town Square Blvd. Suite 160 (next door to Fleet Feet on the right).
Race Day Packet Pickup and on-site Registration: Thursday, November 28th from 7:30am- 8:45am
DISCOUNTED PRICING
NEW FOR 2019!
We are offering the following discount pricing for this year's race. Each discount will automatically apply to your cart if you qualify.
- Ages 10 and under: Register at any point for $20
- Ages 11 - 16: Register at any point for $23
- Family Pack (3 or more registrants): When you register 3 or more participants, each person will receive a $3 discount. (Limited to 6 participants)
Get a Refund By Referring Friends!
When you register yourself, you will receive a custom registration link that you can send to your friends and family. Every time someone registers using that link, you'll receive $3 back!
(Limited to 4 referrals)
OVERALL + AGE GROUP AWARDS
Awards will be given to the following finishers:
Overall - Male/Female: Top 3
Overall Winners (1st place male/female) will receive a cooked turkey from Luella's BBQ!
Master's - Male/Female: Top 3
Age Group:
Male/Female, Top 3 in each category
9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-59, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 and up
Check out this year's awards, courtesy of the Thirsty Monk!
ROUTE MAP
Want to get a (turkey)leg up on the competition? Check out the course map HERE.
Hub Map
Race Day Coffee and More!
Bare Bones Asheville Brew Haus will be providing hot beverages (and more!) at the race hub this year. Sip a pre-race cup of tea to calm your nerves, or take a cup of joe to go!
VOLUNTEERS
Interested in volunteering for this year's race? Send an email to our Volunteer Coordinator, Mamie Colburn, at volunteer@idaph.net to get started!
Charity Partner
About Sheep Dog Impact Assistance
SDIA is simply a desire to help people who need it, when they need it. SDIA was founded by a military professional, and somewhat in the spirit of a Marine Corps Quick Reaction Force — a small, flexible and reactive relief force focused on responding to need in a timely and effective manner.
2018 RESULTS
Check out last year's results HERE.
Race Contact Info
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