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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
196 Oakleaf Drive, Pine Knoll Shores NC
5K · 1 Mile
47–61°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
62–72°F
dry
2024
57–67°F
rain
2023
46–62°F
rain
2022
48–59°F
dry
2021
44–58°F
rain
2020
66–71°F
dry
2019
47–65°F
dry
2018
50–67°F
rain
2017
48–61°F
dry
2016
49–64°F
dry
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About this race
Pine Knoll Shores Turkey Trot
Join us for the 19th annual Pine Knoll Shores Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026 at 8:30 AM. The 5K Run & Dog Stroll are free run or walk events, and all are welcome. The Turkey Trot is also a charitable event that supports the Hope for the Warriors Angel Tree Project. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation! We would greatly appreciate it!
Registration
Online registration is available through midnight on November 25 or you can register in person Wednesday, November 25, from 3:00-4:00 PM at McNeil Park or Thanksgiving morning, November 26, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at McNeil Park that serves as the starting location for the event. No registrations will be taken after 8:00 AM on race day.
Events
- 5K Run/Walk: The 5K (3.1 mile) run or walk passes through the streets of Pine Knoll Shores and the Crystal Coast Country Club golf course (no strollers or dogs will be allowed).
- 1.5-Mile Dog Stroll: The 1.5-mile dog stroll will traverse the streets of Pine Knoll Shores. (No entry will be allowed on the Golf Course with pets or strollers).
- Course Maps: See the links on the event website for maps of both the 5K and Dog Stroll. The courses are different.
- Start Times: The 5K Run/Walk begins at 8:30 AM followed immediately by the Dog Stroll at 8:35 AM.
T-Shirt and Prizes
When you register for either event you may order and pay for a PKS Turkey Trot T-shirt, and you will also be eligible for prizes. Participants can pick up any ordered shirts either Wednesday, November 25, 3:00-4:00 PM at McNeil Park or Thanksgiving morning at McNeil Park pavilion. If you are not entering the event and would still like to purchase a T-Shirt, you may order directly from the STORE on this website. No more t-shirt orders will be taken after November 12.
Additional Event Information
For all event information, see the EVENT INFO page for specific details about the 5K run/walk or 1.5 Mile Dog Stroll.
- Finish Line Amenities: At the finish line, there will be water, bananas, and treats for everyone.
- Prize Drawings: Random drawing for prizes for tickets to the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and other prizes courtesy of the AB Ice Cream & Candy Shoppe, and BattleWorks (Atlantic Beach).
The Turkey Trot is sponsored by the Town of Pine Knoll Shores Parks and Recreation Committee and will occur rain or shine!
Please note that attendance is limited to 400 registrations to make sure our Public Safety team can manage the overwhelming response to our event.
Location
196 Oakleaf Drive, Pine Knoll Shores, NC
Learn More
For more details, visit the official race page: Pine Knoll Shores Turkey Trot.
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