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Lake Norman Turkey Trot
November 26, 2026 · 7:30 AMCornelius, North Carolina, United States
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Race Day
43°F
34–61°F · Feels cold
Total elevation gain
722ft
Moderate rolling hills · Net elevation change +0 ft
Crowd Rating
6/ 10
Good crowd energy
The Lowdown
The Lake Norman Turkey Trot takes place in Cornelius on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026. The event offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a virtual option.
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