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Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026

Date
November 26, 2026
Distance
OCO Turkey Trot 5K"ish" · OCO Giblet 1 Miler · Extra Servings Challenge - 5K"ish" & GIblet 1-Miler
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From the Organizer

Join the Flock for the return of the Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 5Kish & Giblet 1-Miler! 🦃

The community has spoken, and we’re ready to ruffle some feathers with an even bigger and better event! This year, we’re spreading our wings to expand the field of runners and enhance your race-day experience with more fun, excitement, and tail-feather shaking moments.

Whether you’re ready to strut your stuff in the in-person 5K, take a shorter waddle in the Giblet 1-Miler, or fly solo in the Virtual 5K, there’s something for every bird in the flock. If you missed last year’s inaugural event, don’t be left out in the cold this time—join us for the second running!

Let's get ready to flock together for fitness, fun, and community spirit. Don’t let this opportunity fly by—register today and let’s make this Turkey Trot the best one yet!

When: Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26, 2026)
Where: 100 Recreation Lane, Jacksonville, NC 28546
Why: To support Onslow Christmas Cheer and have a gobbling good time!

Schedule of Events 

Wednesday, November 25, 2026
4-7PM Packet Pickup: Onslow Community Outreach, 1210 Hargett St., Jacksonville, NC 28540

Thanksgiving Day! Thursday, November 26, 2026
6:30-8:00AM Packet Pick-up at Jacksonville Commons, 100 Recreation Circle, Jacksonville, NC 28546. NOTE: If you are running the Extra Servings Challenge, your cutoff time for pick up is 7:55AM.

6:30-10AM Games Area Open

8:00AM Giblet 1-Miler and Challenge Runners (1-mile segment) Start. NOTE: If you are running the Extra Servings Challenge, you must be back as the start line by 8:25AM and be in 5Kish corral.

8:27AM Ainsley's Angels

8:30 AM 5K Start and Extra Servings Challenge. We ask that those who are walking or running with strollers and pets, line up in the back of the corral. This is a timed start and will not impact your race time.

9:30AM Awards Presentations
- Overall, First place Male and Female
- 5K ONLY medals will be awarded for first place only in designated Age Groups.

New This Year: Extra Servings Challenge Runners will take on the Giblet 1-Miler and them compete in the 5Kish race. Runner will be awarded three medals (Giblet 1-Miler, 5K, and Challenge Medals).

Rally your friends and join us at the starting line. Let's run, walk, waddle, and trot towards a brighter future for Onslow County, where every stride helps us build a stronger, more caring community. See you at the Turkey Trot!

Events

OCO Turkey Trot 5K"ish"8:30 AMRegister →
OCO Giblet 1 Miler8 AMRegister →
Extra Servings Challenge - 5K"ish" & GIblet 1-Miler8:30 AMRegister →

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

42°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from New River Mcaf, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:55 AMSunset 5:01 PMDaylight 10h 6m

Host City

About Jacksonville, NC

Population

73,507

as of 2023

Elevation

18 ft

Nearest Airport

OAJ

Albert J Ellis Airport · 13 mi

Major Hub

RDU

Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 111 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

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Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026
Date
November 26, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026?
Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026 is a running race held in Jacksonville, North Carolina on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026?
Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Jacksonville, North Carolina at 100 Recreation Lane, Jacksonville, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026

Nov 26, 2026

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