Carolina Lakes Turkey Trot '26

Event Overview

Carolina Lakes Residence and their guests are invited to run or walk this 5k. Race starts at 9 AM at the CL Clubhouse. The course is an out and back, beginning at the clubhouse parking lot and turning right onto Carolina Way. The course has a halfway turn around just past the intersection of Cedar & Canterbury with a return to the clubhouse for the finish.

Community Involvement

• Encouragement: Bring your friends and family out to walk, run, or cheer on racers.
• Post-Race Activities: Enjoy a community fall festival after the race.
• Wellness: Runners and walkers can enjoy a post-race stretch with our CL Yoga instructor.
• Food Options: Get a hot beverage and snacks from food trucks.

Fees

Early Bird Registration

$30.00 plus processing fees Until October 31:

• Individual Registration: $30 for Individual Racers
• Family Race Package: Pay for two individual racers at $30 each, and additional family members get 50% off (Great option for families of 3-8).
• Student/School Team Race Package: $15 for each team member that registers together (minimum of 10 total racers).

Late Registration

$40.00 plus processing fees from November 1-21:

• Individual Registration: $40 for Individual Racers
• Family Race Package: Pay for two individual racers at $40 each, and additional family members get 50% off (Great option for families of 3-8).
• Student/School Team Race Package: $20 for each team member that registers together (minimum of 10 total racers).

Race Shirts

There is a limited number of race shirts for this event. The first 175 racers that register before October 31 will receive a race t-shirt. Anyone that registers after November 1 will forfeit a t-shirt if all shirts have been issued. Options for purchase may be available on site.

Event Details

Date: November 21, 2026

Location: 91 Clubhouse Dr, Sanford, NC

Race Registration Link