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Altavista On Track Giblet Jog 5K

Thu, Nov 26, 2026, 8:30 AM EST

Location
Altavista, VA
206 Pittsylvania Ave, English Park, 24517
Featured distance
5K
Type
RUN
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At a glance

A festive Thanksgiving Day 5K on a flat, fast course that supports downtown revitalization efforts in Altavista.

  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Start your Thanksgiving Day with the Altavista On Track Giblet Jog 5K. This event offers a flat and fast course winding through English Park, adjacent to the Staunton River, providing a beautiful start to your holiday. Beyond the race, your participation supports Altavista On Track's downtown economic revitalization efforts, making it a meaningful way to give back to the community while enjoying a festive run. Awards are presented to top overall and age group finishers.

What to expect

  • Enjoy a beautiful, flat, and fast 5K course through English Park, alongside the Staunton River.
  • Compete for awards given to top overall and age group male and female finishers.
  • Contribute to Altavista's downtown economic revitalization through your participation.

Standout details

  • Thanksgiving Day tradition
  • Flat + fast 5K course
  • Awards for top finishers
  • Supports downtown revitalization

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From the organizer

Cost: Online pre-registration is $20 until November 5. Online registration is $30 between November 6th and November 22nd. Race-day registration is $45 and takes place from 7:15 to 8:15 at the Booker Building.

T-Shirts:  Individuals who want to be guaranteed a t-shirt need to register by November 12th to allow for AOT staff to place the t-shirt order. Individuals who want a t-shirt after that time may pick up one at the race if supplies allow. Additional shirts will be $10.

Course: The course will take you around English Park and then to the back part of the park, all adjacent to the Staunton River. This is a flat + fast 5k. It’s a beautiful way to start your Thanksgiving!

Early Packet Pickup: November 25th and 26th at Altavista YMCA ( get directions )  -->  Note: Timeframes for early packet pickups will be from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. on both days.

Race Day Registration: 7:15 am-8:15 AM at Booker Building.

Awards: Join us in the Booker Building after the race for the following awards!

1st, 2nd, and 3rd Male & Female (overall) 1st Male & Female in the following Age Groups: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Proceeds from this event will be reinvested into the downtown district and benefit AOT's downtown economic revitalization efforts.

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