Community First Thanksgiving Distance Classic
Pickwick Plaza: 9850 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL
About this Race
This will be the 43rd running of the Thanksgiving Distance Classic. This event started in 1984 with 500 runners in the half marathon. The shorter distance races were not offered until later. The half marathon course was point to point the first year. The race started at Flynn Park and finished at Pickwick Park Shopping Center, which is still its finish location.
The Community First Distance Classic Half Marathon, 5K, and One mile Turkey Trot is one of the largest fall running events in Jacksonville. With over 4,000 participants this Thanksgiving morning event has become a tradition for many families. The event is a major fund raiser for the Mandarin Food Bank and also will provide funds to help build and maintain a new three-mile running/walking path in the Aterro Recreation Park on Sunbeam Road.
Title Sponsor
Special Thank You!
We would like to thank Demetree Brothers for their continued support by allowing us to use Pickwick Plaza for the start and finish of the event.
Race Swag
Race swag includes a long-sleeve high quality moisture wicking shirt. Race finishers medal, race bib and goodie bag will be similar to last year as pictured in the two pictures on the right. Previous Swag shown below.
Email Communication
All communications including event promotions, bib number assignment, results problems, and runner instructions are done by email from 1st Place Sports. If you sign up for an event and do not receive an email from 1st Place Sports and want to receive them, please make sure that 1st Place Sports emails are not going to your junk mail.
Entry Fees
| Half Marathon | 5K | Turkey Trot mile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Through August 31st | $56.00 | $36.00 | $16.00 |
| September 1st - October 31st | $61.00 | $41.00 | $21.00 |
| November 1st - November 15th | $66.00 | $46.00 | $21.00 |
| November 16th - November 25th | $71.00 | $51.00 | $21.00 |
| Day of Race Registration | $75.00 | $51.00 | $25.00 |
Entry fees listed on Race Roster (registration platform) appear higher because they include all associated server fees.”
- Registration fee will be reduced by $10 for 17 and under and 65 and over for the 5K and Half during registration.
- Entry fee includes a $1 donation to the Mandarin Food Bank.
- If you would like to help feed those in need please bring a canned good when you pick up your race packet! Thanks!
- Sorry, there are absolutely no refunds!
ONE MILE TURKEY TROT
One Mile Information
Register Now!
Online:
In person:
You can register at any of our 1st Place Sports stores on our in-store computers with no processing fee.
Packet Pickup
Packets will be available for pick up at your selected 1st Place Sports location on Tuesday, November 24th from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM and Wednesday, November 25th from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
| Baymeadows Store: | 3931 Baymeadows Road, Jax, FL 32217 (904) 731-3676 |
| San Marco Store: | 2018 San Marco Blvd., Jax, FL 32207 (904)399-8880 |
| Jax Beach Store: | 424 S. 3rd Street, Jax Beach, FL 32250 (904) 270-2221 |
| St Johns County: | 2220 CR 210, St Johns, FL 32259 (904) 484-7641 |
| Race Date | beginning at 5:30 AM at race site |
Awards
Finisher Medals
Every finisher in the Half Marathon, 5K, and One Mile will receive a finisher medal at the finish line.
Half Marathon Cash Prizes
Cash prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in the Half Marathon.
| Award | Prize |
|---|---|
| 1st Place Overall – Male & Female | $500 |
| 2nd Place Overall – Male & Female | $300 |
| 3rd Place Overall – Male & Female | $200 |
| Masters – Male & Female | $100 |
Checks will be mailed to eligible cash prize winners.
Half Marathon Age Group Awards
In addition to the cash prizes, award plaques will be presented in the following age groups:
5K Age Group Awards
Age group awards will be presented in the following categories:
HELP THOSE IN NEED!
A portion of each entry will be given to the Mandarin Food Bank. You can help too! If you would like to help feed those in need please bring a canned good when you pick up your race packet! Thanks!
Course
Digital clocks will be located at the each mile and the finish. All miles and turns will be clearly marked. Traffic will be controlled by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. However, you should be aware that traffic will be on the course. Be careful for your own safety. There is a 3.5 hour course limit.
View the Half Marathon Course
View the 5K Course
View the 1 Mile Turkey Trot Course
Get A Free Charburger
A FREE burger, fresh after the finish line
Char Ticket for free Charburger will be distributed at packet pickup.
Ready to race up an appetite? After you cross the finish line, keep the celebration going with something fresh off the grill at Habit, just minutes away at one of our Jacksonville area locations. Be sure to look for your Char Ticket in your race packet. Bring it in and redeem it for a FREE Charburger, made-to-order and built fresh, just like your post-race hunger deserves.
Post Race Celebration
Food and drink will be served near the finish line in Pickwick Plaza.
Grand Prix Race
This race is an event on the 2026-2027 Jacksonville Grand Prix schedule. Runners who finish in the top ten of their age group will receive points to be counted in the overall series. Over $5,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded at the end of the series. For more information about the Grand Prix, click here.
Sponsors
