The Pack Turkey Trot Fun Run is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Lincolnton, NC.
Join us on Thursday November 26th for our annual Turkey Trot Fun Run.
Stretch those legs and get moving before all the Thanksgiving fun gets started!
Get outside with us early so you can enjoy all the turkey you want later!
This event is an untimed, fun run where you can walk, jog, run, or bike our route. There will be an option for both 5k and 10k distances.
Check In starts at 7:15AM
Race begins at 8:00AM sharp!
The event will take place in Downtown Lincolnton and we will all meet to start at First Federal Park.
Registration is completely free but we are asking that all participants bring at least 5 non-perishable food items from the list below as your admission to the race and to get your free shirt!
Food Items Needed:
Food donations will go to the Asbury Academy and West Lincoln Middle School resource centers to provide meals and food to our Lincoln County families and youth in need.
Register by November 17th to guarantee your run shirt!
Thanks to our friends with Lincolnton Parks and Recreation for allowing us to enjoy the Marcia Cloninger Rail Trail for our fun run again this year.
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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
58°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lincolnton 4 W, 4 mi from the venue.
Population
11,503
as of 2023
City Elevation
967 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 24 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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The Pack Turkey Trot Fun Run
Nov 26, 2026