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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
338 North Ave, Troutman NC
5K
39–57°F · low rain risk
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38–60°F
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38–57°F
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About this race
Get ready to lace up for a cause this Thanksgiving Day at the FIRST ANNUAL TROUTMAN GOBBLER RUN 5K — proudly presented and sponsored by the Troutman Ruritan Club!
This brand-new community tradition invites runners and walkers of all ages to kick off their holiday with a healthy, festive 5K through Troutman. When you participate, you’re doing more than earning an extra slice of pumpkin pie — all proceeds go directly back into the Iredell community to pay unpaid tech fees for Iredell-Statesville school students experiencing financial hardship and supporting vital local initiatives such as:
- Student Scholarships
- Community Service Projects
- Family Assistance
- Domestic Violence Support
- Elderly Assistance
- School Tech Fees for Students
Join your neighbors, make lasting holiday memories, and help us build a stronger Iredell County — one step at a time!
🦃 What Every Gobbler Gets:
- A sweet turkey finisher medal to proudly wear at the dinner table
- An exclusive race shirt featuring a turkey who clearly realized what day it is — basically a tuxedo for Thanksgiving
- A swag bag filled with treats and snacks
Same-day registration will be available. Tshirt cutoff 10/31
🏆 Awards:
- Overall Top 3 Male and Female runners
- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals in each age category (male & female) in 5-year increments
Whether you’re running for a personal best or strolling for the stuffing, we can’t wait to see you at the starting line. Let’s make this Thanksgiving one to remember! 🦃🏃♀️🏃♀️
**As always, we will be accepting non-perishable food donations for the Troutman pantry.
DEADLINES: T-shirt deadline 10/31 , Race Packet deadline 11/6
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Saturday 11/21 12pm - 2pm and Sunday 11/22 - 12pm -2pm - Lifespan Services 143 Iredell Ave. Troutman, NC 28166
PARKING: Troutman ESC Park or the Gravel lot beside Town Hall
EVENT POLICIES : The race runs rain or shine. Registration fees are non-refundable; Bib numbers must be worn by the registrant to whom they have been assigned; Race bibs must be clearly visible.
CONTACT: [email protected]
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