Gobble Gobble 5K
Updated
Thursday, November 26, 2026, first start 8:00 AM, in Locust (241 Town Center Drive.). Distances: 5K.
Course and race notes
Locust's Second Annual-Turkey Trot 5-K!
For years, many of us have made memories at the Albemarle Turkey Trot-now it's time start our own tradition right here at home! Join us for the Gobble Gobble 5K on Thanksgiving morning at 8:00am, starting from the Locust Town Center.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Thursday, November 26
2026 · in 19 days
Start time
8:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
See the registration page
No price increase published
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Thu Nov 26 (in 19 days)
Opened Jan 1, 2026
Race day in Locust
Weather
60° / 35°F
Typical high and low for November 26, with a 28% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Concord, NC (13.5 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:07 AM – 5:11 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Thursday. The first start is 53 minutes after sunrise.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Places to eat
- Sunrise Grill restaurant0.3 mi
- Whataburger quick bite0.4 mi
- Wendy's quick bite0.5 mi
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Wed Nov 25
Where to stay
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