Omni Turkey Trot 5K

Omni Turkey Trot 5K takes place in Fernandina Beach, Florida, on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, in the setting of the Omni Amelia Island Resort. The chip-timed 5K run/walk (3.1 miles) starts at 8:00 a.m., followed by a 1-mile kids' fun run at 8:45 a.m. The course is a tree-lined loop for competitive runners and walkers; pets and bikes are not allowed, strollers are welcome at the back of the field, and ample parking is available. Timing uses disposable chips on the bib, results are posted after the race, and awards go to the top finishers in several age groups. The event benefits the First Coast YMCA.

Chip timing and age-group awards make this a solid target for a personal best, and the tree-lined loop should feel comfortable at speed. Prepare with six to eight weeks of three runs a week plus one short interval session, then run the first mile under control. Families can pair the 5K with the kids' mile that follows. Late November on the north Florida coast is usually mild at 8:00 a.m., so light clothing is enough.