SPC Turkey Waddle 5K Run & Walk

SPC Turkey Waddle 5K Run & Walk is held in Midlothian, Virginia, on November 26, 2026, Thanksgiving morning. The event offers a single 5K Run & Walk (3.1 miles) starting at 9:00 a.m. As the name suggests, it is as much about getting the community moving on the holiday as it is about racing, and both runners and walkers are welcome.

A 9:00 a.m. start gives you time for breakfast and a short warm-up, and Midlothian in late November is usually cool without being harsh, which suits running well. If you are training through the winter, the 5K is a handy fitness check: run the first mile at a controlled pace, then push the second half. If you are walking or run-walking, aim to finish in 45 to 60 minutes and treat it as a family outing. First-time racers can get ready in six to eight weeks with three sessions per week, building one run to 30 minutes continuous. Arrive early to park and collect your bib.