20th Annual Lake Norman Half Marathon Turkey Trot 10K & 5K 2026

The Lake Norman Half Marathon Turkey Trot 10K & 5K is a Thanksgiving running event held in Cornelius, North Carolina. The start line is located at 20010 Chartown Drive, close to Lake Norman. Participants can select from a 5K, 10K, 15K, half marathon, or a virtual option. The in-person races begin in the morning and conclude around noon. The event accommodates various runner types on the holiday morning. Options are available for short-distance walkers and beginners, 10K participants, and half-marathoners. This marks the race's 20th year. The "Turkey Trot" designation lends a familiar local and holiday atmosphere, distinguishing it from a formal championship event.