Calabash Turkey Trot
Calabash Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Calabash, NC, with entry fees from $25 to $115.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (126 days to go)
- Location
- 9887 Oak St, Calabash, NC
- Price
- $25–$115
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Registration is now open for the 12th Annual Calabash Turkey Trot which is Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. Offering a 10K, 5K, Mashed Potato Miler PLUS the ability to run ALL three which we call the Ultimate Thanksgiving Challenge!
Prize Categories include: (Golden Turkey Trophies)
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Top 3 Overall Female/Male,
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Top 3 Masters Female/Male
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Every 5 Year Age Groups 1st, 2nd and 3rd
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Plus BEST COSTUME
Serving Pumpkin Pie and Coffee at the finish line - you can't ask for a better way to start your Thanksgiving Day!
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10K Start - 7:00 am
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5K Start - 8:30 am
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1 Mile Start - 9:15 am
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Awards Ceremony - 9:30 am
(must be present to receive an award - trophies will not be shipped)
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
63°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Longwood, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Calabash, NC
Population
4,843
as of 2023
City Elevation
41 ft
Nearest Airport
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Calabash than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Calabash Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026