Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026
About the Event
Join the Flock for the return of the Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 5Kish & Giblet 1-Miler! 🦃
The community has spoken, and we’re ready to ruffle some feathers with an even bigger and better event! This year, we’re spreading our wings to expand the field of runners and enhance your race-day experience with more fun, excitement, and tail-feather shaking moments.
Whether you’re ready to strut your stuff in the in-person 5K, take a shorter waddle in the Giblet 1-Miler, or fly solo in the Virtual 5K, there’s something for every bird in the flock. If you missed last year’s inaugural event, don’t be left out in the cold this time—join us for the second running!
Let's get ready to flock together for fitness, fun, and community spirit. Don’t let this opportunity fly by—register today and let’s make this Turkey Trot the best one yet!
When: Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26, 2026)
Where: 100 Recreation Lane, Jacksonville, NC 28546
Why: To support Onslow Christmas Cheer and have a gobbling good time!
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, November 25, 2026
4-7PM Packet Pickup: Onslow Community Outreach, 1210 Hargett St., Jacksonville, NC 28540
Thanksgiving Day! Thursday, November 26, 2026
6:30-8:00AM Packet Pick-up at Jacksonville Commons, 100 Recreation Circle, Jacksonville, NC 28546. NOTE: If you are running the Extra Servings Challenge, your cutoff time for pick up is 7:55AM.
6:30-10AM Games Area Open
8:00AM Giblet 1-Miler and Challenge Runners (1-mile segment) Start. NOTE: If you are running the Extra Servings Challenge, you must be back as the start line by 8:25AM and be in 5Kish corral.
8:27AM Ainsley's Angels
8:30 AM 5K Start and Extra Servings Challenge. We ask that those who are walking or running with strollers and pets, line up in the back of the corral. This is a timed start and will not impact your race time.
9:30AM Awards Presentations
- Overall, First place Male and Female
- 5K ONLY medals will be awarded for first place only in designated Age Groups.
New This Year: Extra Servings Challenge Runners will take on the Giblet 1-Miler and them compete in the 5Kish race. Runner will be awarded three medals (Giblet 1-Miler, 5K, and Challenge Medals).
Rally your friends and join us at the starting line. Let's run, walk, waddle, and trot towards a brighter future for Onslow County, where every stride helps us build a stronger, more caring community. See you at the Turkey Trot!
Join fellow runners on November 26, 2026 for the Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Jacksonville.
Races Offered
Running
OCO Turkey Trot 5K"ish"
This is a rain or shine event. In the case of extreme weather which results in a cancellation, all registered runners will be transferred to the virtual option. NOTE: This is NOT a certified course and may run a little long (roughly 3.3 miles).
OCO Giblet 1 Miler
This is a rain or shine event. In the case of extreme weather which results in a cancellation, all registered runners will be transferred to the virtual option.
Extra Servings Challenge - 5K"ish" & GIblet 1-Miler
Runners will compete in the Giblet 1-Miler and then challenge themselves for the 5Kish distance. Finishers will walk away with THREE medals (1-Miler, 5K, and Challenger Medal).
About Jacksonville
Onslow Community Outreach-Moore Buick GMC Turkey Trot 2026 takes place in Jacksonville, North Carolina, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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