Sampson Shuffle
- Date
- November 21, 2026
- Distance
- Sampson Shuffle 5K · Sampson Shuffle 1 Mile · Sampson Shuffle - Virtual 5K Option
From the Organizer
Gallop for your gravy, strut for your stuffing, or trot for your turkey…
No matter how you "slice it," you don’t want to miss the 6th Annual Sampson Shuffle 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run: Turkey Special Edition! 🦃🎉
📅 Saturday, November 21 - 8:00AM
📍 Sampson Community College
(1801 Sunset Ave, Clinton, NC 28328)
Kick off your Thanksgiving week with festive fun, fast feet, and fall vibes!
RACE PROCEEDS BENEFIT
Sampson Community College Foundation which provides student aid and programs at the college.
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
39°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Clinton 2 Ne, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Clinton, NC
Population
8,336
as of 2023
Elevation
156 ft
Nearest Airport
FAY
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field · 31 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 66 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Sampson Shuffle, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
166
Days to train
- Race
- Sampson Shuffle
- Date
- November 21, 2026
Coming Up
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10K · 5K
32 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Sampson Shuffle?
- Sampson Shuffle is a running race held in Clinton, 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 Sampson Shuffle?
- Saturday, November 21, 2026 in Clinton, North Carolina at Sampson Community College, 1801 Sunset Ave., Clinton, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sampson Shuffle?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sampson Shuffle
Nov 21, 2026