In 78 days · Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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When
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Where
355 M.L.K. Jr. St, Boone NC
Distances
5K · 10K
Typical weather
32–48°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
33–57°F
rain
2024
37–50°F
rain
2023
27–43°F
dry
2022
35–54°F
dry
2021
23–43°F
dry
2020
45–62°F
dry
2019
37–52°F
dry
2018
26–42°F
dry
2017
32–44°F
dry
2016
32–45°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: 355 M.L.K. Jr. St, Boone, NC
- Race Types: 5K & 10K
- Website: High Country Turkey Trot
Event Highlights
- Largest race: The LARGEST 5k & 10k in North Carolina's High Country returns to the Boone Greenway for the 16th year!
- Inclusivity: Open to competitive runners, casual joggers, and walkers.
- Family Fun: Not just a race, but an event fun for the entire family!
- Activities: Includes a live DJ, photo-staging area, costumes, awesome giveaways, and a picnic shed full of food and hot drinks.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Nov 25 – 27, 2026.
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