In 70 days · Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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When
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Where
Norwood Hodges Community Center, Anniston AL
Distance
10K
Typical weather
42–61°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
44–64°F
dry
2024
46–65°F
dry
2023
45–54°F
rain
2022
49–67°F
rain
2021
36–55°F
dry
2020
50–68°F
rain
2019
43–66°F
dry
2018
33–57°F
dry
2017
40–59°F
dry
2016
42–60°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: Norwood Hodges Community Center, Anniston, AL
- URL: Plucked Turkey 10k
- Distance: 6.2 miles
Event Details
- Tradition: Started as a Thanksgiving morning run.
- Course: Certified course through the beautiful Golden Springs community.
- Benefit: This ARC event benefits the YMCA.
- Participants: Walkers are welcome! Family participation is encouraged.
Awards
- Winners: Overall male and female winners receive a Turkey Breast from The Honey Baked Ham Company.
- 2nd &: 3rd places: Overall 2nd & 3rd male and female winners receive Yummy Pies.
- Age Groups: Awards for M/F = 9 and under, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ and over.
- Timing: The course is USATF certified and will have chip timing.
Packet Pick-Up
- Early Pick-Up: Check in from 4-7pm on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
- Location: ARC/NEABA HQ (26 W. 10th St, Anniston, AL).
- Race Day: Check-in available on race morning inside the Norwood Hodges Community Center.
- Start Time: Race day check-in starts at 7am.
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