CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot

  • Date Thu 27th November 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Charlotte, North Carolina
  • Price Free - $44.45
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join the fun at the CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the heart of Charlotte, Mecklenburg! This beloved Thanksgiving tradition, celebrated for over 36 years, is one of the 20 Best Turkey Trots in America and promises a joyful start to your holiday festivities. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including an 8K Run, a 5K Run/Walk, a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, and a delightful Tot Trot for the little ones.

Starting and finishing at the iconic SouthPark Mall, this event attracts over 10,000 runners and walkers, making it North Carolina's largest road race. It’s the perfect opportunity to reunite with family and friends while kicking off the holiday season with a sense of community. Enjoy the lively atmosphere with a pre-race deejay, delicious post-race refreshments from Harris Teeter, and a Finish Festival filled with music, awards, and exciting giveaways. Don’t forget to bring a toy for the CMPD Explorers Holiday Toy Drive to help local children in need! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Charlotte Turkey Trot offers great value and fun for everyone.

Organiser's Description

Celebrated as one of the 20 Best Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trots in America, the CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot is a Charlotte Thanksgiving tradition for the past 36 years!

Join us on Thanksgiving Day morning and choose from several fun options to participate including an 8K Run, a 5K Run/Walk, a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, and a Tot Trot. Starting and finishing at the SouthPark Mall, the largest road race (10,000+) in North Carolina is a homecoming destination for extended families, and old classmates, and a place to meet and celebrate with neighbors. The community comes together for the official Charlotte kick-off to the holiday season!

Great value and fun for the entire family! Check out www.clttturkeytrot.com [https://www.clttturkeytrot.com] for full event details and a comprehensive FAQ section.

* Soft cotton tri-blend long-sleeve event T-shirts with a unique 2025 design
* Finisher medals for ALL races, including the Harris Teeter Tot Trot
* Multiple Pre-event Packet Pick-Up Opportunities for your convenience
* Complimentary beer (1PP) for all participants of age courtesy of Suffolk Punch and Legion Brewing (ID required)
* Start line upgrades focusing on efficiency and safety, including enhanced walker, baby jogger and runner corrals
* A deejayed pre-race experience and live national anthem
* Harris Teeter post-race refreshments including water, granola bar and bananas
* Finish Festival featuring music, awards, event partner giveaways, costume contests and so much more
* Harris Teeter Tot Trot is FREE and convenient, running continuous heats from 8:30-9:30AM in the Dick's parking lot
* CMPD EXPLORERS HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE: Please bring a toy on race morning our goal is to collect 1,000's of toys for local kids in need

IMPORTANT!!

Please make sure to follow us on social media (FaceBook: CharlotteTurkeyTrot and Instagram: CLTTurkeyTrot) for the most up-to-date news in order to help us communicate with you frequently and effectively.

Races

  • CPI Security 8K

    Incl. $4.45 Fee & Unisex Cotton Long Sleeve

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:10AM EST)

    $44.45

  • CPI Security 5K

    Incl. $4.45 Fee & Unisex Cotton Long Sleeve

    Thu 27th November 2025 (9:10AM EST)

    $44.45

  • Harris Teeter 1 Mile

    Incl. $3.78 Fee & Unisex Cotton Long Sleeve

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $33.78

  • Harris Teeter Tot Trot

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)

    Free

    OPENS 19 AUG
    Follow signage to the Start Line in the Finish Festival Area of the Dicks Parking Lot Heats will be run between 8:30am 9:30am Approximately 50-yard dash and finish under the balloon arch.

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Location

SOUTHPARK MALL, 4400 SHARON RD, Charlotte, 28211, NC, United States

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