# Community First Thanksgiving Distance Classic and One Mile Turkey Trot

> Event for families in the Jacksonville area (FL). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 6:50 AM
- Where: Pickwick Plaza, 9850 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32257
- Ages: All ages; one-mile Turkey Trot for families
- Price: Turkey Trot mile $21 (Nov 1–25), $25 race day; 5K $46–$51; $10 off 5K/half for 17 and under
- Organizer: 1st Place Sports
- Official page: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/130709/community-first-thanksgiving-distance-classic
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

One of Jacksonville's biggest Thanksgiving morning traditions, with a half marathon, 5K and a one-mile out-and-back Turkey Trot that families walk or run together. Every finisher gets a medal; packet pickup is at 1st Place Sports stores on Nov 24–25. Proceeds benefit the Mandarin Food Bank.

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