NOAC Turkey Day Race
About the Event
Founded in 1907, the 119th 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.
Join fellow runners on November 26, 2026 for the NOAC Turkey Day Race. It's a fantastic 8K, 0.8K featuring a flat and fast course in New Orleans.
Races Offered
Running
5-Mile Run/Walk
Race Day Schedule: 6:30 AM - Packet Pickup & Late Registration 8:00 AM - Kids Run: 1/2-Mile & Race Day Registration Closes 8:30 AM - 119th NOAC Turkey Day Race: 5-Mile 10: AM - Award Ceremony (subject to change) Active NOAC members must be signed into runsignup using their NOAC email to receive discount.
5-Mile Run/Walk - NOTC Family
NOTC Family registration is one price for 2 adults and all youth 20 and under in the same household. It includes 2 race shirts, with additional shirts available for purchase. Race Day Schedule: 6:30 AM - Packet Pickup and Late Registration 8:00 AM - Kids Run: 1/2-Mile & Registration Closes 8:30 AM - 119th Turkey Day Race 10:00 AM - Award Ceremony (subject to change) Active NOAC members must be signed into runsignup using their NOAC email to receive discount.
Kids Run
Race Day Schedule: 6:30 AM - Packet Pickup and Late Registration 8:00 AM - Kids Run: 1/2-Mile & Registration Closes 8:30 AM - 119th Turkey Day Race 10:00 AM - Award Ceremony (subject to change) Active NOAC members must be signed into runsignup using their NOAC email to receive discount.
Walking
Racewalker
About New Orleans
NOAC Turkey Day Race takes place in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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