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Burn North Charlotte 7th Annual Turkey Trot

Charlotte, NC

Thu, Nov 26, 2026

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When

Thursday, November 26th, 2026

Where

8505 David Lake Parkway, Charlotte NC

Distance

5K

Typical weather

40–58°F · low rain risk

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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years

2025

52–72°F

dry

2024

46–67°F

dry

2023

30–51°F

dry

2022

40–62°F

dry

2021

37–54°F

rain

2020

58–69°F

rain

2019

36–61°F

dry

2018

38–59°F

dry

2017

41–57°F

dry

2016

43–58°F

dry

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About this race

We are excited to share that we are hosting our 7th Annual Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. This year’s event will benefit both the Davis Lake Swim Team and Levine Children’s Hospital.

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