Give Thanks 8K
Updated
Thursday, November 26, 2026, first start 8:30 AM, in Athens (Hendershot's). Distances: 1K, 8K. Entry from $10 to $40; the 8K goes from $40 to $45 after November 13.
Course and race notes
Lace up and kick off Thanksgiving morning with the Give Thanks 8K, one of Athens' favorite holiday traditions!
Whether you're chasing a PR, walking with friends, or bringing the whole family (pups included!), there's room for everyone in our flock.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Thursday, November 26
2026 · in 19 days
Start time
8:30 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1K8K
Price
$10 to $40
Plus the platform's processing fee
8K goes up after Fri Nov 13 (in 6 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Thu Nov 26 (in 19 days)
Opened Jun 10, 2026
Race day in Athens
Weather
62° / 39°F
Typical high and low for November 26, with a 29% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Athens Ben Epps Airport, GA (3.7 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:15 AM – 5:26 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Thursday.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Wed Nov 25
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.