Black Mountain Turkey Trot 5k

Black Mountain Turkey Trot 5k takes place in Black Mountain, North Carolina, on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026. The 1 Mile family run starts at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K at 9:00 a.m. The 5K course runs through Black Mountain's historic downtown with mountain views along the way and a festive holiday atmosphere. The event is managed by Kick It Event Management, a western North Carolina company, and proceeds go to Bounty & Soul, a local organization fighting food insecurity and promoting wellness in Black Mountain and Swannanoa.

A downtown 5K in a mountain town is a good fit for anyone: families can pair the mile with the 5K, first-timers can walk or jog the 3.1 miles, and regular runners can push for a fast finish before the holiday. Give yourself six weeks of three runs a week if you are starting from scratch, and add a few strides in the last two weeks so race pace does not feel foreign. Arrive early enough for an easy warm-up jog and to take in the setting.