Annual Thanksgiving Day TURTLE Trot
Nov 26 2026 - 8:00am
Celebrate Thanksgiving in true Hilton Head Island fashion by joining family, friends, neighbors, and visitors for the Palmetto Dunes Thanksgiving Turtle Trot 5K!
This festive 5K run/walk takes place in the breathtaking setting of Palmetto Dunes Resort on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, offering the perfect way to start your Thanksgiving Day. This event is perfect for runners, walkers, and anyone simply looking for a fun holiday tradition with the family, the Turtle Trot welcomes participants of all ages and abilities.
Experience one of Hilton Head Island's most unique race courses as you make your way along our beautiful, hard-packed, flat beach. With stunning ocean views, refreshing sea breezes, and plenty of holiday spirit, it's the ideal setting for a memorable Thanksgiving morning.
Come trot before you feast and create lasting memories with a family-friendly event that combines fitness, fun, and the natural beauty of Hilton Head Island. Start your Thanksgiving celebration with a little sunshine and a whole lot of gratitude at the Palmetto Dunes Thanksgiving Turtle Trot 5K!