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NOAC Turkey Day Race

Thursday, November 27

New Orleans, LA

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Description

Founded in 1907, the 118th New Orleans Athletic Club's Turkey Day Race stands as the 5th oldest continuous race in the United States. The race begins and ends at Tad Gormley Stadium in New Orleans City Park, featuring a 5-Mile and a Kids' Half-Mile run/walk. It has become a cherished holiday tradition for families from across the nation, with several generations returning annually to participate. Proceeds from the event are donated to Spina Bifida of Louisiana.


 


Race Day Schedule: 


  • 6:30 AM - Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
  • 8:00 AM - Kids Half Mile Race
  • 8:05 AM - Registration Closes
  • 8:30 AM - 5 Mile Run / Walk
  • 10:00 AM - Award Ceremony (subject to change)

T-Shirt availability and sizes aren't guaranteed for anyone registering after Wednesday November 26th, 2025.


The NOAC Turkey Day Race is produced by the New Orleans Track Club, its members, and volunteers.  

Race Distances

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Racewalker $0.00 until Register »
Kids Run $20.00 until Register »
5-Mile Run/Walk - NOTC Family $60.00 until Register »
5-Mile Run/Walk $30.00 until Register »
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Kids Run Click to Find Out Register »
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5-Mile Run/Walk - NOTC Family Click to Find Out Register »
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NOAC Turkey Day Race 5 Miler Click to Find Out Register »
NOAC Turkey Day Race Kids' Half Mile Click to Find Out Register »
NOAC Turkey Day Race NOTC Family Click to Find Out Register »
NOAC Turkey Day Race - Individual Click to Find Out Register »
NOAC Turkey Day Race - NOTC Family Click to Find Out Register »

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Start Location

Tad Gormley Stadium, New Orleans, LA

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