Laurel Park Turkey Day 5K/Fun Run
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Concord, North Carolina
- Price $20.00 - $30.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the 17th Annual Laurel Park Turkey Day 5K and Fun Run on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in beautiful Concord, Cabarrus! This exciting non-competitive charity event invites participants of all ages, including strollers and leashed dogs, to join in the fun and give back to the community. Lace up your sneakers for the 5K run/walk or the 1-mile fun run, both starting near the tennis courts on Georgetown Drive. The race kicks off with the Toddler Trot at 8:15 AM, followed by the fun run at 8:30 AM and the 5K at 9:00 AM.
This year, proceeds will benefit the Church of God Children's Home of North Carolina, helping to provide a safe environment for children in need. Participants are also encouraged to contribute to the Second Harvest Backpack Program by donating non-perishable food items. Entry fees are just $30 for adults and $20 for children, with a special shirt option available. Be sure to register by November 12 to guarantee your race shirt! Join us for a day of fitness, community spirit, and fun, all while making a positive impact this holiday season!
This year, proceeds will benefit the Church of God Children's Home of North Carolina, helping to provide a safe environment for children in need. Participants are also encouraged to contribute to the Second Harvest Backpack Program by donating non-perishable food items. Entry fees are just $30 for adults and $20 for children, with a special shirt option available. Be sure to register by November 12 to guarantee your race shirt! Join us for a day of fitness, community spirit, and fun, all while making a positive impact this holiday season!
Organiser's Description
Join your friends and neighbors for the 17TH ANNUAL LAUREL PARK TURKEY DAY 5K/FUN RUN! This non-competitive charity event is open to everyone. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome.
CHARITIES
This year's main charity is the Church of God Children's Home of North Carolina [https://www.cogch.org/], a local residential group home that provides a positive and safe living environment for children who have experienced neglect, abuse, or dangerous lifestyles. We'll be supporting their goal to refloor the 5,100 square foot boys' cottage.
We'll also make a financial contribution to Faith Hope & Love Animal Rescue [https://www.facebook.com/faithhopeandloveanimalrescuenc/] whose mission is to save one life at a time - rescuing unwanted dogs in kill shelters and in the community - finding forever loving adoptive homes for all.
Additionally, we'll be collecting non-perishable items for the Second Harvest Backpack Program [https://www.secondharvestmetrolina.org/page.aspx?pid=308] at Weddington Hills Elementary School. This program provides a backpack full of nutritious, ready to eat or easy to prepare foods that is sent home on weekends and holidays when school meals are not available. Suggested items:
* Rice, pastas and sauces
* Cereals
* Canned fruits and vegetables
* Canned proteins (chicken, tuna, salmon)
* Peanut better and jelly
* Crackers
* Canned soup
* Dried beans
* Pancake/waffle mix and syrup
* Pre-packaged snacks
ENTRY FEES*
Adults 13 and up: $30
Children 12 and under: $20
Shirt Only: $20
*Entry fees increase by $5.00 after November 12.
REGISTER BY NOV 12 TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT. Limited shirts available while supplies last.
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP
Online registration closes NOV 24.
In-person registration and packet pickup will be NOV 26 FROM 5:00 - 6:30 PM and NOV 27 FROM 7:30 - 8:15 AM at the LAUREL PARK CLUBHOUSE.
RACE DETAILS
TODDLER TROT starts at 8:15 AM. No registration required. Use the Shirt Only event to purchase a shirt.
1 MILE FUN RUN starts at 8:30 AM.
5K RUN/WALK starts at 9:00 AM.
All races start and finish by the tennis courts on Georgetown Dr. Course Map [https://132b04e5-0e8e-636a-eebc-f80f08d4dce8.filesusr.com/ugd/04e76f_12b49957771f469bb0961a17cece1364.pdf]
CANCELLATION STATEMENT
There are NO refunds of registration fees. This event will occur rain or shine, warm or cold. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In that event, there will be no refunds, rather, your entry fee will be used as a charitable donation. You will also be able to pick up your race packets.
CHARITIES
This year's main charity is the Church of God Children's Home of North Carolina [https://www.cogch.org/], a local residential group home that provides a positive and safe living environment for children who have experienced neglect, abuse, or dangerous lifestyles. We'll be supporting their goal to refloor the 5,100 square foot boys' cottage.
We'll also make a financial contribution to Faith Hope & Love Animal Rescue [https://www.facebook.com/faithhopeandloveanimalrescuenc/] whose mission is to save one life at a time - rescuing unwanted dogs in kill shelters and in the community - finding forever loving adoptive homes for all.
Additionally, we'll be collecting non-perishable items for the Second Harvest Backpack Program [https://www.secondharvestmetrolina.org/page.aspx?pid=308] at Weddington Hills Elementary School. This program provides a backpack full of nutritious, ready to eat or easy to prepare foods that is sent home on weekends and holidays when school meals are not available. Suggested items:
* Rice, pastas and sauces
* Cereals
* Canned fruits and vegetables
* Canned proteins (chicken, tuna, salmon)
* Peanut better and jelly
* Crackers
* Canned soup
* Dried beans
* Pancake/waffle mix and syrup
* Pre-packaged snacks
ENTRY FEES*
Adults 13 and up: $30
Children 12 and under: $20
Shirt Only: $20
*Entry fees increase by $5.00 after November 12.
REGISTER BY NOV 12 TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT. Limited shirts available while supplies last.
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP
Online registration closes NOV 24.
In-person registration and packet pickup will be NOV 26 FROM 5:00 - 6:30 PM and NOV 27 FROM 7:30 - 8:15 AM at the LAUREL PARK CLUBHOUSE.
RACE DETAILS
TODDLER TROT starts at 8:15 AM. No registration required. Use the Shirt Only event to purchase a shirt.
1 MILE FUN RUN starts at 8:30 AM.
5K RUN/WALK starts at 9:00 AM.
All races start and finish by the tennis courts on Georgetown Dr. Course Map [https://132b04e5-0e8e-636a-eebc-f80f08d4dce8.filesusr.com/ugd/04e76f_12b49957771f469bb0961a17cece1364.pdf]
CANCELLATION STATEMENT
There are NO refunds of registration fees. This event will occur rain or shine, warm or cold. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In that event, there will be no refunds, rather, your entry fee will be used as a charitable donation. You will also be able to pick up your race packets.
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