Turkey Chase - Cary

Cary, United States • 28 Nov 2026

Turkey Chase in Cary

The Turkey Chase takes place on November 28, 2026, in Cary, North Carolina. The event offers multiple in-person and virtual distance options and family-friendly activities at William B. Umstead State Park and Harrison Square.

Event options include:

  • 13.1 (half marathon)
  • 10K
  • 5K
  • Virtual 13.1
  • Virtual 10K
  • Virtual 5K
  • Kids in Strollers (open to ages 4 and under)
  • Exhibitor
  • Ultra Series 65.5 (combined total from five Fit & Able 13.1 races)

Check-in and parking are located at RallyPoint Sports Grill in Harrison Square (837 Bass Pro Ln). Participants are transported by bus to and from the race start/finish in Umstead Park; there is no race parking permitted at Umstead Park.

Registration for the 5K, 10K, and 13.1 includes a Turkey Chase finishers medal and a knit hat or fleece warmer; these items are guaranteed for participants registered by November 15. Both in-person and virtual entries are offered for the main distances, and virtual finishers may receive awards and shipped items as noted by the organizer.

The event supports live phone tracking through RaceJoy. RaceJoy features GPS progress alerts, live tracking, and send-a-cheer functionality; participants must carry their phone and activate tracking to use these features. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

66 mi
Ultra Series 65.5
13 mi
13.1
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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