
Ocracoke Island 5K Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Ocracoke, NC, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
Join us for the 12th Annual 5K Turkey Trot! This is still a fun, relaxed race, but will now be timed! All participants will receive a shirt and a medal! The race starts at 8:00am on Thanksgiving Day at 1718 Brewery. Start your morning off by taking a run, walk or stroll through Ocracoke Village, celebrate your finish with friends and then head off to enjoy your Thanksgiving feasts. Wobble first, gobble later! Fun for all!
**If you cannot join us in person but still want to join in on the fun, you can sign up for the Virtual 5K. We will mail you your shirt and medal!
Events
Weather
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
59°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ocracoke, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
3 ft
Nearest Airport
EWN
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport · 65 mi
Major Hub
ORF
Norfolk International Airport · 123 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Ocracoke Island 5K Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026