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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
201 N Chestnut St, Lumberton NC
5K
43–61°F · low rain risk
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2025
61–75°F
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54–70°F
dry
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39–56°F
dry
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44–62°F
dry
2021
42–59°F
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2020
60–71°F
dry
2019
38–63°F
dry
2018
49–67°F
dry
2017
43–62°F
dry
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46–61°F
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About this race
Event Overview
🏃:♂️ Robeson Road Runners Annual Turkey Trot 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run 🦃:
Thanksgiving Morning 8 am | Lumberton, NC
Start your Thanksgiving Day the healthy way at the Chick-fil-A Turkey Trot 5K, hosted by the Robeson Road Runners! This fun, family-friendly event brings together runners and walkers of all ages to celebrate fitness, community, and gratitude before the big feast.
Participation Details
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: 201 N Chestnut St, Lumberton, NC
- Register by: Participants who register before November 12th will be guaranteed a fun Turkey Trot shirt!
- Link for registration: Chick-fil-A Turkey Trot
Event Highlights
- Scenic route: Enjoy a beautiful 5K route through Lumberton
- Free t-shirt: First 300 registered participants receive a commemorative Turkey Trot t-shirt
- Family atmosphere: Strollers and costumes are welcome!
- Fun for everyone: Perfect for both racing for a personal best or a leisurely walk with friends and family
Get Involved
So lace up your shoes, bring your holiday spirit, and join us for one of Lumberton’s favorite Thanksgiving traditions!
Contact Information
Questions or sponsorship inquiries?
Contact:
Email: info@:robesonroadrunners.com
Marie Amsdill: 786-234-7816
Owen Thomas: 919-889-2514
Sponsors
Robeson Road Runners is a volunteer-led nonprofit. We are only able to achieve certain things through our community sponsors. Please take a look at the names of our sponsors, follow them on social media, give a shout-out or tag, and support them directly if you get the opportunity. This year's shirts are so fun and the decorations/snacks are going to be a real treat. It's all thanks to these people:
- Chick-fil-A Roberts Avenue-Jackson Court
- Robert Price, Attorney
- Faline Dial - County Commissioner
- Matt Scott - District Attorney
- John Lowry
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