Ready, Set, Gobble! See You at the Starting Line
For Every Member of Your Flock
5K - IN PERSON
5K Youth - IN PERSON
Virtual 5K Youth
Run For Good Before You Gobble!
Give thanks and give back: Support families striving for stability this holiday season.
Shake a tail feather with your favorite holiday tradition: the HumanKind Lynchburg Turkey Trot, presented by Scott Insurance.
Lace up for the largest 5K in the area – where every step is a part of something big! The Lynchburg Turkey Trot is a community fun run/walk with all proceeds of this fundraising race supporting the programs and services of HumanKind.
More Than a Race
This race is a testament to what happens when a community comes together, creating something powerful through generosity, connection, and unwavering support for neighbors in need. Bring your flock, come dressed in costume, and be part of a tradition that makes a meaningful difference.
Did you know?
The event's roots stretch back to 1988 when Don Lucy, who grew up at Presbyterian Homes, now known as HumanKind, created the race as a way to give back and help raise funds and awareness for individuals, children, and families across Virginia. What started as a simple act of generosity has grown into one of Lynchburg's most anticipated holiday traditions, attracting thousands of participants and supporters each year.
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Check Out Our 2026 Turkey Swag
Thank you Lynchburg Economic Development for sponsoring our 2026 Lynchburg Turkey Trot stocking cap! Purchase yours with registration through the store🎉
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The 2026 Lynchburg Turkey Trot adult and youth participant shirts have been revealed! 🎉
Thank you United Bank for sponsoring our 2026 Lynchburg Turkey Trot finisher medals!
Enjoy your medal after the race with a magnet on the back, and the ribbon as a detachable lanyard.
Packet Pick-Up Information
We will be holding packet pick-up events on TWO different dates at our HumanKind Lynchburg Campus, located at 1903 HumanKind Way, Lynchburg, VA 24503:
- Friday, November 20: 12:00 - 6:00pm
- Wednesday, November 25: 12:00 - 6:00pm
Please note: Entrance from VES Road ONLY, all other entrances are permanently closed.
There will be NO race day pick up available. All packets must be picked up by 6:00pm on November 25th.
Event Day Policies
Stroller Policy
We love seeing families participate together, and strollers are welcome on race day. For everyone's safety, participants pushing strollers must line up at the back of the starting corral, following our "Strollers in the Back" rule and standard large fun run guidelines to help prevent tripping hazards.
Pet Policy
As much as we love our furry friends, animals of any kind are strictly prohibited on the Lynchburg Turkey Trot course and E.C. Glass lawn for safety reasons.
Registration Options & Pricing
In-Person Race - A Thanksgiving Tradition
- Register for the in-person Lynchburg Turkey Trot and invite your family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors to join you on Thanksgiving morning.
- Pick up your event gear at one of our packet pickups on November 20th or November 25th at the HumanKind Campus, or have your event gear mailed straight to your door with our shipping option.
- Arrive on Thanksgiving morning ready to trot! Enjoy the excitement of race day, connect with your community, and take on the course alongside thousands of participants.
- Cross the finish line and celebrate your accomplishment! Refuel, snap photos, and enjoy the festive atmosphere with friends and family.
- Share your experience with us! Capture your Lynchburg Turkey Trot memories and tag your photos to help us celebrate another amazing year of running for community.
Virtual Race - A Twist on Tradition
Unable to join us in-person Thanksgiving morning? Our virtual race option lets you trot from anywhere - your Lynchburg Turkey Trot, your way!
- Register for the virtual Lynchburg Turkey Trot and recruit family/friends/co-workers/neighbors to participate alongside you.
- Pick up your event gear at one of our packet pickups on November 20th or November 25th at the HumanKind Campus, or have your event gear mailed straight to your door with our shipping option.
- Select a date from November 21st - November 29th and take on your Lynchburg Turkey Trot from anywhere! Your treadmill, local park, your neighborhood, or even from another state! Don't forget, you can use our race app to keep track of your distance and finish time.
- After completing your Lynchburg Turkey Trot, upload your results into the FREE RaceJoy race app and celebrate!
- Share your experience with us! Wherever you are for your chosen “race day” -- make it great and capture your Lynchburg Turkey Trot memories! Don't forget to tag your photos to help us celebrate another amazing year of running for community.
Group Discounts - Grab Your Flock!
Register with friends and family and save! Our optional Friends & Family Pack offers discounted registration rates for groups who register together in the same transaction:
- Groups of 4–5: Save $4 per registration
- Groups of 6–10: Save $6 per registration
- Your discount will be automatically applied at checkout
- Please note: Friends & Family discounts apply only to registrations completed within the same transaction and cannot be applied retroactively to registrations that have already been submitted.
Lynchburg Road Runners Club Members save $5 on their registration valid September 1st - October 11th. Membership must be current.
Join the Flock Today!
This race is expected to sell out at 4,000 participants
Neighbors Ready to Trot
Participants
Listen along to the official Lynchburg Turkey Trot soundtrack. Lace up, press play, and trot your way to the finish line!
Donate Today!
Your participation in the HumanKind Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance already makes a difference. By adding a donation today, you can further support HumanKind's work serving children, individuals, and families throughout our community.
Every donation helps HumanKind provide vital services, including foster care, family support, early childhood education, and financial counseling. Your gift creates opportunities, builds stability, and helps neighbors thrive.
Together, we can create brighter futures and stronger communities. Please consider helping those in our care with a gift to HumanKind today!
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Raised of $10,000
Interested in Volunteering?
Check out all of our volunteer opportunities for this year’s Lynchburg Turkey Trot! This is a great way for you and your family to get involved and help out behind the scenes to make this the best race year yet.
Have you spotted our 2026 volunteer shirt yet?
When you volunteer for the Turkey Trot, you'll receive this commemorative long-sleeve shirt, enjoy snacks and refreshments, and join a passionate team helping make a lasting impact in our community. It's more than a volunteer shift. It's a Thanksgiving tradition you'll want to be part of year after year.
Questions About the Race?
Race Location
2111 Memorial Avenue
Lynchburg, VA 24501 US
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Thanks to Our Flock of Sponsors
A special thank you to our generous and faithful sponsors who make this annual tradition possible
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