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Saturday, November 28th, 2026
161 Salt Cedar Lane, Chapel Hill NC
5K · 10K
40–57°F · some rain risk
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2025
31–45°F
dry
2024
46–65°F
rain
2023
33–48°F
dry
2022
49–64°F
dry
2021
36–61°F
dry
2020
49–64°F
dry
2019
43–59°F
dry
2018
27–40°F
dry
2017
33–60°F
dry
2016
38–55°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Leftovers Trail Run, happening Saturday, November 28 — two days after Thanksgiving and our Birds of a Feather Trail Trot. Choose a 5K or 10K and enjoy the scenic, fun, and challenging single-track trails of Briar Chapel.
Adventure Awaits
- Special Swag: Embrace the spirit of adventure with a vintage bib, tee, and medal of your choice, all leftover from past events and creatively repurposed for this budget-friendly, eco-conscious race — a true swag scramble.
- Post-Race Celebration: After your run, stick around for the post-race party featuring great food, a free kids race, and an awards ceremony packed with fun contests and plenty of giveaways.
- Discounted Merchandise: After the race, any remaining tees will be sold at steep discounts — perfectly timed as holiday shopping ramps up.
Weekend Fun
- Kickoff Event: Make a weekend of it! Kick things off with the Birds of a Feather Trail Trot on Thanksgiving Day.
- Burn Off Calories: Then burn off that holiday feast two days later at the Leftovers Trail Run.
- Registration Discount: Register for both events at the same time and receive 10% off each race (select Thanksgiving weekend races during registration).
Event Details
- Date: November 28, 2026
- Location: 161 Salt Cedar Lane, Chapel Hill, NC
- Race URL: Leftovers Trail Run
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