# Skinny Turkey Half Marathon, 5K & Just a Little Turkey Fun Run > Event for families in the Raleigh–Cary area (NC). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Thu, Nov 26 · 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM - Where: Wakefield High School, 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr, Raleigh, NC 27614 - Ages: All ages (Just a Little Turkey Run for ages 12 and under) - Price: $15 (Just a Little Turkey Run) / $35-$75 (5K & Half Marathon); Spectators free - Organizer: Fit & Able Productions - Official page: https://fitandable.net/events/skinny-turkey-half-marathon/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/raleigh/activities/skinny-turkey-half-marathon-5k-and-just-a-little-turkey-fun-run--listing-51ac67cf7f4a1373ab3f1e92 ## About Staged along the quiet, scenic roads and paved Neuse River greenway links of north Raleigh and Wakefield, the Skinny Turkey Half Marathon, 5K, and Just a Little Turkey Fun Run is a premier Thanksgiving morning tradition organized by Fit & Able Productions. Families assemble outside Wakefield High School in crisp autumn air, ready to conquer scenic courses that wind past golf greens, neighborhood woodlands, and peaceful streams. Little trotters take center stage in the 'Just a Little Turkey' fun run, racing across the campus finish line to earn custom pumpkin medals and tasty cider donuts. The event partners with local charities and food pantries, uniting thousands of runners in a warm morning celebration of community gratitude and fitness. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Strollers are welcomed on the paved 5K and campus fun run courses; wide asphalt roads provide smooth rolling and safe spacing. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Indoor high school lobby facilities provide accessible restrooms, changing areas, and climate-controlled resting benches for nursing parents. • Age Suitability: Enthusiastically welcomes all ages; the Just a Little Turkey Run is custom-made for children ages 12 and under. • Sensory Tips: Energetic starting chute with countdown horns; quieter grassy campus knolls offer peaceful retreats during post-race awards. ## Similar picks in Raleigh - [Skinny Turkey Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Kids Drumstick Dash](https://grassyknees.com/raleigh/activities/skinny-turkey-half-marathon-10k-5k-and-kids-drumstick-dash--listing-a72ecefe8be954dac2f50b52) — Thu, Nov 26 · 7:30 AM · Wakefield High School · All ages · With admission · checked Oct 30. 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