Pinehurst Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 21, 2026
- Distance
- The Pinehurst Turkey Trot 5K · The Little Gobbler - 1 Mile Fun Run
From the Organizer
Become a part of this community TRADITION! Join us for the oldest and most scenic Turkey Trot in North Carolina! Runners get the chance to trek through the beautiful streets and residential neighborhoods of the village of Pinehurst in the Sandhills region of central North Carolina.
Come dressed in your finest Turkey attire.
What you can expect at this years Turkey Trot:
- Long Sleeve Race Shirt
- Finisher Medal
- Awards for top Overall Male, Female, Masters Male and Female AND 3 Deep Age Group Awards
- A celebration of Fall, Family, Friends and FUN!
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
62°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Carthage Wtp, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pinehurst, NC
Population
17,992
as of 2023
Elevation
509 ft
Nearest Airport
FAY
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field · 36 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 60 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Pinehurst Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
166
Days to train
- Race
- Pinehurst Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 21, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Pinehurst Turkey Trot?
- Pinehurst Turkey Trot is a running race held in Pinehurst, North Carolina on November 21, 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 Pinehurst Turkey Trot?
- Saturday, November 21, 2026 in Pinehurst, North Carolina at The Village Arboretum, Pinehurst, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Pinehurst Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Pinehurst Turkey Trot
Nov 21, 2026