FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run - Jefferson

FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run - Jefferson is a Thanksgiving Day 5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles) through historic downtown Jefferson, Georgia, on November 26, 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. Organized by FBC Jefferson, the race benefits the FBC Jefferson Food Bank, which supports families in need in Jackson County, and all profits go to the food bank. The course is certified by USA Track and Field, the race serves as a qualifier for the AJC Peachtree Road Race, and awards are given across several categories.

A certified downtown course that counts as a Peachtree qualifier is a strong reason to run this one hard. If you want a qualifying time, keep your weekly mileage steady through the fall, add one interval session per week at or slightly faster than goal pace, and taper for the last four or five days. If you are walking or running your first 5K, the same course is friendly enough to enjoy at an easy pace after a few weeks of regular outings. With an 8:00 a.m. start, plan an early, light breakfast and arrive with time for bib pickup and a short warm-up.