Robeson Road Runners Turkey Trot

  • Date Thu 27th November 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Lumberton, North Carolina
  • Price Free
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving Day with a healthy dose of fun at the Annual Robeson Road Runners Turkey Trot in Lumberton, North Carolina! On Thursday, November 27, 2025, join fellow community members for a festive 5K or 1-mile fun run, perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. This exciting event starts bright and early at 8 AM and promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with family, friends, and holiday cheer.

Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just enjoying a leisurely stroll with loved ones, the Turkey Trot is an ideal way to celebrate fitness and gratitude before the Thanksgiving feast. Participants will enjoy a scenic route through Lumberton, and everyone who registers in advance will receive a commemorative Turkey Trot shirt! With fun snacks, giveaways, and opportunities to win exciting raffle prizes, this is one holiday tradition you won't want to miss. Lace up your shoes and bring your holiday spirit to this beloved community event!

Organiser's Description

PRE-REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

IMPORTANT RACE DAY INFO!

This 5K or 1 mile is great for families, friends, and communities of all skill levels. ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US FOR THIS FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!

ACCOMMODATIONS:
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lumberton has graciously offered a Turkey Trot discount to our participants (and family members ) who need accommodations. You do not have to run to use the discount. Copy and paste for your reservation:

https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1762785408323&key=GRP&app=resvlink

SPONSORS:
Robeson Road Runners is a volunteer lead 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. Did we mention GIVEAWAYS and RAFFLES?! It's all thanks to these people:

Chick-fil-A Roberts Avenue-Jackson Court
Sanderson Farms
Rob Price, Attorney
Jarrod Lowery
Molly Jacobs-Real Estate Broker
Robeson Pediatrics
Faline Locklear Dial, Robeson County Commissioner-District 4
Lumberton Visitors Bureau
Josh Jackson, Edward Jones
Seven Stars Farm
Senator Danny Earl Britt, Jr.
Sheriff Wilkins
Robeson County District Attorney's Office Matt Scott
HealthKeeperz: Everything you need, right at home
John Lowery, NC House
City of Lumberton, NC Government
Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina
AMC Auto Sales
Perception-360
Rudy T Locklear
Sign City
219 ELM

PARKING:
Lots of parking available downtown! We will be shutting down Elm St. between 4th and 3rd during the race for our finish line so we do not recommend parking there. The Downtown Square, 3rd St., Chestnut St., and Courthouse Parking lot, just to name a few, are all convenient to pick up and finish lines.

RUNSIGNUP PRE-REGISTERED:
We will be handing out your shirts inside 219 Elm (219 Elm St, Lumberton 28358) Follow the signs to the pre-registration shirt pickup area. We will have 5 pickup lines based on LAST name. This will hopefully keep the lines moving and get you in and out quickly. Shirt size picked at registration is the size that you will be given.
You have already signed the electronic waiver! No need to do anything else but pick up your shirt. Use all that free time to browse around 219 Elm, buy a hot chocolate, or stretch so you don't be a "turkey" and pull something.

DAY OF SIGNUPS:
You will need to go to 219 Elm (219 Elm St, Lumberton 28358) and follow the signs to the DAY OF REGISTRATION table. Waivers will need to be signed. We will have a limited number of shirts to hand out to Day Of Participants. This will be on a first come, first served, cannot guarantee sizes, basis.

COURSE AND RUN:
Attached is our 5K route and 1 mile route. The course is marked with directional signs as well as spray painted turn signs on the street. The course is very flat with one slightly downhill section near the river. Please be careful of slipping if it's wet or if there are leaves!
We will head over from 219 Elm to our starting line on Chestnut Street at 8 AM. This is a great opportunity to warm up as we walk/jog over. We will have a quick race briefing and get you trotting ASAP.

AFTER:
We will have some photo opportunities, fun snacks, and post run recovery items at the finish line. Legal Grounds at 219 Elm will still be open for drink/treat purchases and restroom facilities. We will also have several raffle giveaways! Make sure to drop your name in for chances to "Pluck the Turkey"! You could win gift cards, swag, and more!



We feel very blessed that you are choosing to spend part of your day with us! Can't have Thanksgiving without a Turkey (Trot)!
The Robeson Road Runners Crew





















male sign 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 Annual 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.

Whether youre racing for a personal best or enjoying a brisk walk with friends and family, the Turkey Trot is the perfect way to kick off your holiday. Each participant who registers before November 12th will be guaranteed a fun Turkey Trot shirt!

Event Highlights:
Scenic 5K route through Lumberton
Free commemorative Turkey Trot t-shirt (while supplies last)
Fun, family atmospherestrollers and costumes welcome!

So lace up your shoes, bring your holiday spirit, and join us for one of Lumbertons favorite Thanksgiving traditions!

Questions or sponsorship inquiries?
Contact:
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Marie Amsdill 786-234-7816
Owen Thomas 919-889-2514

Races

  • Turkey Trot 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    Free

    CLOSED

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201 N Chestnut St, Lumberton, 28358, NC, United States

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