The Pack Turkey Trot Fun Run

  • Date Thu 26th November 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Lincolnton, North Carolina
  • Price Free
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

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Event summary

Get ready for an exciting and rewarding experience at the Pack Turkey Trot Fun Run on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in the heart of Lincolnton, Lincoln! This annual event is the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving festivities while giving back to the community. Join fellow runners, walkers, and bikers in a fun, untimed race that offers both 5k and 10k distances. Check-in begins at 7:15 AM, with the race starting promptly at 8:00 AM at First Federal Park.

Not only will you enjoy a morning of outdoor activity along the beautiful Marcia Cloninger Rail Trail, but your participation also supports a great cause. Registration is completely free, but participants are encouraged to bring at least five non-perishable food items to donate to local resource centers, ensuring that families in need have meals during the holiday season. Don’t forget to register by November 17th to secure your free event shirt! Embrace the spirit of giving and community at this fantastic Thanksgiving tradition!

Organiser's Description

ITS TURKEY TROT TIME!

WITH THE PACK AND LINCOLN COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION!



Join us on Thursday November 26th for our annual Turkey Trot Fun Run.

Stretch those legs and get moving before all the Thanksgiving fun gets started!

Get outside with us early so you can enjoy all the turkey you want later!

This event is an untimed, fun run where you can walk, jog, run, or bike our route. There will be an option for both 5k and 10k distances.

Check In starts at 7:15AM

Race begins at 8:00AM sharp!



The event will take place in Downtown Lincolnton and we will all meet to start at First Federal Park.

REGISTRATION IS COMPLETELY FREE BUT WE ARE ASKING THAT ALL PARTICIPANTS BRING AT LEAST 5 NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS FROM THE LIST BELOW AS YOUR ADMISSION TO THE RACE AND TO GET YOUR FREE SHIRT!



FOOD ITEMS NEEDED:

* Macaroni and Cheese (boxes or easy mac)
* Peanut Butter
* Jelly in plastic containers
* Canned Items with protein like Chef Boyardee with meats, Canned Beef Stew, Canned Chicken, Canned Soups with meat
* Breakfast Items like Poptarts, Granola Bars and Breakfast Bars



Food donations will go to the Asbury Academy and West Lincoln Middle School resource centers to provide meals and food to our Lincoln County families and youth in need.



Register by November 17th to guarantee your run shirt!



Thanks to our friends with Lincolnton Parks and Recreation for allowing us to enjoy the Marcia Cloninger Rail Trail for our fun run again this year.



Follow Wolf Season The Pack Run Club [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61593876244376]



Follow Lincoln County Parks and Recreation [https://www.facebook.com/LincolnCountyParksRec/]

Races

  • Turkey Trot 5k

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    Free

    Route will be announced prior to event and directions given morning of.
  • Turkey Trot 10k

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    Free

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201 N. Poplar St, Lincolnton, 28092, NC, United States

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