High Country Turkey Trot 10k
Boone, United States • 26 Nov 2026
High Country Turkey Trot 5K & 10K
The High Country Turkey Trot is an annual running event held on Thanksgiving morning in Boone, North Carolina. In its 16th year, the event takes place at the Boone Greenway and the listed location is 355 M.L.K. Jr. St, Boone, NC 28607.
The event offers multiple participation options:
- 5K race
- 10K race
- Fun Run/Walk (5K)
- Sleep In - Shirt Only option supporting a nonprofit
Registration for the race events opens on June 25, 2026 and closes on July 9, 2026; fees for the listed races are $30.00. The Sleep In - Shirt Only option has its own registration window through November 26, 2026 and carries a $40.00 fee. The Sleep In option provides a commemorative long-sleeve T-shirt while supporting The Hospitality House.
On-site features include a live DJ, a photo-staging area, costume elements, giveaways, and a picnic shed with food and hot drinks. The event includes activities aimed at families and participants with varying levels of running or walking interest. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.