15th Annual Surfin’ Turkey 5K & Puppy Drum Fun Run

Sponsored by Midgett Realty!

Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Hatteras Village Civic Center

Kick off your Thanksgiving celebration with a little exercise, plenty of community spirit, and a great cause at the 15th Annual Surfin’ Turkey 5K & Puppy Drum Fun Run! This beloved Hatteras Island tradition invites runners and walkers of all ages to enjoy a scenic course through historic Hatteras Village before gathering for a post-race pancake breakfast and awards ceremony. Best of all, proceeds benefit the Hatteras Island Youth Education Fund, supporting educational opportunities and enrichment programs for local students.

The festivities begin at 8:00 AM with the Surfin’ Turkey 5K, followed by the Puppy Drum Fun Run at 9:00 AM. Designed especially for children ages 12 and under, the quarter-mile Puppy Drum is free to participate in, making this Thanksgiving tradition a fun outing for the whole family!

Registration & Important Details:

Surfin’ Turkey 5K: 8:00 AM | $45 per participant (+$3.00 sign up fee). Registration increases to $50 beginning November 25.
Puppy Drum Fun Run: 9:00 AM | Free for children ages 12 and under. Participants are encouraged to bring two or more canned goods for the local food pantry.
Packet Pickup: Wednesday, November 25, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Hatteras Village Civic Center.
Race-Day Registration: Thursday, November 26, from 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM.
Race Shirts: Register by November 10 to guarantee a race shirt. Shirts are not guaranteed for later registrations.
Additional Information: The 5K is an untimed, family-friendly event. Strollers are welcome, but bicycles, scooters, and skates are not permitted. The event takes place rain or shine unless severe weather creates unsafe conditions.

Ready to join the Thanksgiving fun?

Register for the Surfin’ Turkey 5K or Puppy Drum Fun Run

Visit the Hatteras Island Youth Education Fund for More Information