# Raleigh Turkey Trot 8K and Kids Dash at Ridgewood Shopping Center

> Event for families in the Raleigh–Cary area (NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 8:30 AM
- Where: Ridgewood Shopping Center, 3540 Wade Ave, Raleigh, NC 27607
- Ages: All ages; Kids Dash for age 7 and under
- Price: 8K $33–$40 depending on date; Kids Dash $7
- Organizer: Precision Race / Raleigh Turkey Trot
- Official page: https://ccc.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=4847
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

The Triangle's long-running Thanksgiving morning race starts on Ridge Road beside Ridgewood Shopping Center with an 8K run/walk at 8:30 am. After the 8K, kids 7 and under run the Kids Dash, a few hundred feet through the shopping center parking lot, and every finisher gets a medal. Strollers are allowed (start toward the back); Thanksgiving hats and costumes are encouraged. Pick up bibs at advance check-in Nov 21–22, noon–4 pm.

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