Parking
There are several places to park downtown. Here are a few good options that is not far walking distance to the start/finish line:
First Baptist of Blue Ridge has two parking lots on both sides of the street. Use Church Street to get to the race.
907 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.
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There is also an empty building on the corner that has some parking.
Cross the road to East Main Street and walk toward downtown and you won’t be far from the start/finish line.
About
2025
THANKSGIVING DAY
Annual Blue Ridge Turkey Trot
Thanksgiving Day
Join us downtown for the Blue Ridge, Georgia Turkey Trot Race/Walk Thanksgiving Day!
The race is for the whole family and all abilities from walkers to serious competitors.
Don’t worry you will be home in time to put the turkey in the oven! Now let’s get trotting!
FOLLOW
Location
Downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia
The race will start in front of the downtown Blue Ridge children’s park On East Main and Church Street. Click here for directions.
Registration
Online
You can register online anytime before the race begins until the morning of the race at 7:55 a.m. EST.
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​Registration is $30 until the Tuesday before Thanksgiving.
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Registration is $35 after Tuesday, November 25.
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Shirts are first come first serve for anyone who registers after Monday, so please arrive Thursday at 7:00am to ensure you receive a shirt.
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Packet pick up is at the race location on Wednesday before the race from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. or the day of the race starting at 7:00 a.m.
ALL Participants MUST register ONLINE ONLY. No cash or check registrations are accepted.
Shirt Pick Up
Wednesday, November 26
If you are local or will be local on Wednesday, November 26th, we will have a shirt pick up in the downtown Children’s park area from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. You may also pick-up your shirt the day of the race.
Our Team.
Cherie became director in 2013 and each year, her daughter, Soraya was right there helping every step of the way. This year we have the privilege to have Hannah Corely as Student Director alongside Cherie.
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Meet Hannah....
Hi, I’m Hannah, a senior at Mountain Area Christian Academy. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Cherie to organize this amazing event. This is my second year helping coordinate the race with so many dedicated volunteers, and it’s been such a rewarding experience learning how to plan and orchestrate a 5K.
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Last year, I had the privilege of working with Soraya, Cherie’s daughter and one of my best friends, who mentored me through the process. I’m so thankful for everything I’ve learned and excited to continue being part of something that brings our community together for a great student causes.
Our Proceeds
WHY WE RACE
We support the Mountain Area Christian Academy with a portion of our proceeds going to organizations that are close to the school's heart.
