OBX 2026 TURKEY TROT 2026 — Southern Shores, NC

17th Annual OBX Turkey Trot Foot Races Thanksgiving Day — Thursday, November 26, 2026 Southern Shores, North Carolina Races begin at 8:30 a.m. Start your Thanksgiving morning with family, friends, fitness, and plenty of community spirit at the 17th Annual OBX Turkey Trot in the beautiful Town of Southern Shores! Whether you're chasing a personal best, making memories with family, or introducing your little ones to the joy of running, there's a race for everyone this Thanksgiving. Choose Your Trot Tradition 🏃 5K – Run the Tradition Challenge yourself on our scenic 5K course and kick off Thanksgiving with one of the Outer Banks' favorite holiday traditions. 🚶 NEW: 1-Mile Run/Walk – Move Together Perfect for families, walkers, beginning runners, grandparents, strollers, and anyone who wants to enjoy the morning together while supporting a great cause. 🦃 Children's ¼-Mile Fun Run – Little Legs. Big Smiles. Designed especially for children ages 12 and under, this fun, non-competitive race is all about building confidence, having fun, and creating lasting Thanksgiving memories. No matter which event you choose, you'll be celebrating gratitude, healthy living, and giving back to local children through OBX GO FAR. What to Expect Participants can enjoy: Delicious hot pancake breakfast One-of-a-kind 2026 OBX Turkey Trot shirt* Custom 2026 finisher medal* Exciting raffle prizes and giveaways Thanksgiving pies awarded to the top male and female 5K finishers The chance to win our legendary 6-foot-tall Largest Flock Trophy A fun, festive Thanksgiving morning with family, friends, and community *Available during the qualifying registration period. The 5K and NEW 1-Mile Run/Walk are untimed, making this event welcoming for participants of all ages and abilities. Whether you're running, jogging, or walking, you're encouraged to enjoy the experience at your own pace. Participants wishing to track their time are welcome to wear their own watch or use the finish-line clock. Why We Run The OBX Turkey Trot is more than a race—it's the largest annual fundraiser for OBX GO FAR (Go Out For A Run) , a Dare County nonprofit dedicated to helping children build healthy habits, confidence, perseverance, and positive character through running. Every registration and donation helps provide scholarships, coach training, program supplies, race experiences, and opportunities for local children to discover just how far they can go. Thanks to the incredible support of our community, OBX GO FAR has positively impacted more than 12,000 youth across Dare County. When you participate in the Turkey Trot, you're helping ensure that every child has the opportunity to cross a finish line. Registration Online registration opens July 25, 2026. Choose the event that's right for you: 🏃 5K – Run the Tradition 🚶 NEW 1-Mile Run/Walk – Move Together 🦃 Children's ¼-Mile Fun Run – Little Legs Big Smiles Participants who register during the qualifying registration period will receive an official OBX Turkey Trot shirt and custom finisher medal. Register by October 31 to qualify for the shirt and medal package. November 3 is the last day to guarantee your requested shirt size. Registration fees increase beginning August 1. Gather Your Flock The legendary Largest Flock Trophy is back! The largest registered family, business, organization, or team will take home our gigantic 6-foot-tall Largest Flock Trophy —along with a full year of bragging rights! So gather your family, recruit your coworkers, invite your neighbors, and rally your friends. The bigger your flock, the better your chances of taking home the gold! Children's ¼-Mile Fun Run Help us kick off the 17th Annual OBX Turkey Trot with our youngest athletes! The Children's ¼-Mile Fun Run for ages 12 and under starts the morning's first race with plenty of excitement, energy, and smiles. Families and spectators are encouraged to line the course and cheer on every young runner as they begin a fun-filled Thanksgiving tradition. NEW 1-Mile Run/Walk Following our Children's ¼-Mile Fun Run, we're excited to introduce the NEW 1-Mile Run/Walk as the second event of the morning! Perfect for families, walkers, beginning runners, grandparents, friends, and participants of all abilities, this event offers a fun and relaxed way to be part of the Thanksgiving tradition. Whether you're pushing a stroller, enjoying a walk with loved ones, or looking for a shorter distance before the holiday feast, the 1-Mile Run/Walk is a wonderful way to move together while supporting OBX GO FAR. 5K – Run the Tradition The 5K is the signature event of the OBX Turkey Trot and the perfect way to complete a memorable Thanksgiving morning. Whether you're running for fun, challenging yourself, or continuing a family tradition, this scenic course welcomes runners and walkers of all experience levels. Join hundreds of participants as we celebrate community, gratitude, and the joy of giving back through OBX GO FAR. Packet Pickup & Late Registration