Mooresville/Lake Norman Turkey Trot 5K
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Mooresville, North Carolina
- Price $17.37 - $27.95
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us on Thursday, November 27, 2025, for the 14th Annual Mooresville/Lake Norman Turkey Trot 5K, held in the vibrant community of Mooresville, Iredell. This exciting event not only promotes health and fitness but also supports a noble cause—helping to break the cycle of poverty for local families. The race kicks off with a Kids Fun Run at 8:30 a.m., perfect for children ages 10 and under, followed by the main 5K event at 9:00 a.m. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 8:00 a.m. to ensure a smooth start.
As you lace up your running shoes, remember that your registration fee serves as a valuable donation to The Christian Mission, which assists over 4,000 local individuals and families with essential services such as food, clothing, and educational programs. Don't forget to bring along canned goods or shelf-stable food items to support those in need! With awards for the top male and female runners, and a chance to earn a stylish long-sleeve t-shirt if you register before November 3rd, this Turkey Trot is sure to be a memorable day filled with community spirit and holiday
As you lace up your running shoes, remember that your registration fee serves as a valuable donation to The Christian Mission, which assists over 4,000 local individuals and families with essential services such as food, clothing, and educational programs. Don't forget to bring along canned goods or shelf-stable food items to support those in need! With awards for the top male and female runners, and a chance to earn a stylish long-sleeve t-shirt if you register before November 3rd, this Turkey Trot is sure to be a memorable day filled with community spirit and holiday
Organiser's Description
14TH ANNUAL TURKEY TROT 5K
Join us for our 14th Annual Turkey Trot 5K to help break the cycle of poverty! Help us fight poverty for local families and celebrate a healthy holiday. Proceeds support The Christian Mission, serving over 4,000 local individuals and families in need with food, clothing, rent and utility financial assistance, case management, and educational programming.
DONATIONS OF CANNED GOODS/SHELF-STABLE FOOD ITEMS ARE ENCOURAGED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
PACKET PICK UP: Monday, 11/25, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, 11/26, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or Wednesday, 11/27 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Christian Mission (266 N Broad St, Mooresville, NC 28115). This will be a great opportunity to meet the staff, ask questions, and see our daily operations in action! PLEASE PLAN TO PICK UP YOUR PACKET ON ONE OF THESE DAYS TO AVOID LONG LINES AND CROWDS AT THE EVENT.
ALL RACE PARTICIPANTS SHOULD ARRIVE AT 8:00 A.M. The Kids Fun Run will begin at 8:30 a.m. and 5K at 9:00 a.m. 266 N. Broad St., Mooresville, NC 28115
Please Note: NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED, OR BIBS DISTRIBUTED PAST 8:30 A.M. ON RACE DAY
RACE MAP: Click HERE [https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urnscds8a6594b0-9965-43b6-8c03-18c412c72e3d]
SWAG:
* The top 3 overall male and female runners will receive glass awards!
* The top 3 times in each category will receive certificates.
* Register before November 3rd to receive a long-sleeve t-shirt designed by Freeman Screen Printers with our Turkey Trot logo!
NOTES:
* All registrations are considered a donation to The Christian Mission and are non-refundable.
* T-shirts are only guaranteed for registrations made before November 3rd, so sign up EARLY!
* Kids Fun Run starts @ 8:30 (Distance: 1/2 mile)
* Kids Fun Run is for kids ages 10 & under
* 5k starts @ 9:00 am, but PARTICIPANTS NEED TO ARRIVE AT 8:00 AM
* EVENT DAY REGISTRATION CUTS OFF AT 8:30 AM
* Donations of canned goods/shelf-stable food items are welcomed and appreciated!
TROT TO THE FINISH 8-WEEK TRAINING PLAN: Please click HERE [https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urnsc4356ecd7-c446-4e99-93b5-774c8ee5f308] to receive your 8-week 5K training plan provided by Your Personal Best Fitness Studio [https://www.yourpersonalbestfitnessstudio.com]
Join us for our 14th Annual Turkey Trot 5K to help break the cycle of poverty! Help us fight poverty for local families and celebrate a healthy holiday. Proceeds support The Christian Mission, serving over 4,000 local individuals and families in need with food, clothing, rent and utility financial assistance, case management, and educational programming.
DONATIONS OF CANNED GOODS/SHELF-STABLE FOOD ITEMS ARE ENCOURAGED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
PACKET PICK UP: Monday, 11/25, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, 11/26, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or Wednesday, 11/27 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Christian Mission (266 N Broad St, Mooresville, NC 28115). This will be a great opportunity to meet the staff, ask questions, and see our daily operations in action! PLEASE PLAN TO PICK UP YOUR PACKET ON ONE OF THESE DAYS TO AVOID LONG LINES AND CROWDS AT THE EVENT.
ALL RACE PARTICIPANTS SHOULD ARRIVE AT 8:00 A.M. The Kids Fun Run will begin at 8:30 a.m. and 5K at 9:00 a.m. 266 N. Broad St., Mooresville, NC 28115
Please Note: NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED, OR BIBS DISTRIBUTED PAST 8:30 A.M. ON RACE DAY
RACE MAP: Click HERE [https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urnscds8a6594b0-9965-43b6-8c03-18c412c72e3d]
SWAG:
* The top 3 overall male and female runners will receive glass awards!
* The top 3 times in each category will receive certificates.
* Register before November 3rd to receive a long-sleeve t-shirt designed by Freeman Screen Printers with our Turkey Trot logo!
NOTES:
* All registrations are considered a donation to The Christian Mission and are non-refundable.
* T-shirts are only guaranteed for registrations made before November 3rd, so sign up EARLY!
* Kids Fun Run starts @ 8:30 (Distance: 1/2 mile)
* Kids Fun Run is for kids ages 10 & under
* 5k starts @ 9:00 am, but PARTICIPANTS NEED TO ARRIVE AT 8:00 AM
* EVENT DAY REGISTRATION CUTS OFF AT 8:30 AM
* Donations of canned goods/shelf-stable food items are welcomed and appreciated!
TROT TO THE FINISH 8-WEEK TRAINING PLAN: Please click HERE [https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urnsc4356ecd7-c446-4e99-93b5-774c8ee5f308] to receive your 8-week 5K training plan provided by Your Personal Best Fitness Studio [https://www.yourpersonalbestfitnessstudio.com]
Races
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Mooresville/Lake Norman Turkey Trot 5K
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$27.95
OPENS 01 SEPPacket Pick Up: Monday, 11/25 from 12 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday 11/26 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m, and Wednesday, 11/27 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at The Christian Mission (266 N Broad St, Mooresville, NC 28115) -
Mooresville/Lake Norman Turkey Trot - Kids FUN RUN
Incl. $2.37 Fee
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$17.37
OPENS 01 SEPThe Kids Fun Run is for children ages 10 and under. This race is not chip-timed; no packets or shirts will be distributed for this event. There is no need to check in at the registration table on the day of the event or attend an early packet pickup for the Kids Fun Run. All Fun Run participants will receive a participation prize.
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