17th Annual Surfside Beach Turkey Trot 5K presented by Maguire Law Firm 2026

The race.

The 17th Annual Surfside Beach Turkey Trot 5K takes place November 26, 2026, in Surfside Beach, SC. The 5K race starts at 8:00 a.m., with a separate free Gobbler Kids' Dash (50 yards) beginning at 9:00 a.m. The 5K course runs along Ocean Boulevard and through Surfside Beach neighborhoods. Participants receive a race shirt (while supplies last) and medal; both distances are awarded medals. Awards are given for overall male and female placements (1st–3rd), overall masters (1st place), and age groups spanning 0–80+ with three places per category. Online registration closes at 6:00 a.m. race morning. Packet pickup is available Tuesday, November 24 (4:00–6:00 p.m.), Wednesday, November 25 (4:00–7:00 p.m.), or race morning (6:45–7:45 a.m.). Post-race water and snacks are provided.