CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot - CPI Security 8K
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External Event
Distance
5 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
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 (12,000+) 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 for full event details and a comprehensive FAQ section. Soft cotton tri-blend long-sleeve event T-shirts with a unique 2026 designFinisher medals for ALL races, including the Harris Teeter Tot TrotMultiple Pre-event Packet Pick-Up Opportunities for your convenienceComplimentary beer (1PP) for all participants of age courtesy of Suffolk Punch and Legion Brewing (ID required)Start line upgrades focusing on fun, efficiency and safety, including enhanced walker, baby jogger and runner corralsA deejayed pre-race experience, fire trucks and live national anthemHarris Teeter post-race refreshments including water, granola bar and bananasFinish Festival featuring music, awards, event partner giveaways, costume contests and so much moreHarris Teeter Tot Trot is FREE and convenient, running continuous heats from 8:30-9:30AM in the Dick's parking lotCMPD Explorers HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE: Please bring a toy to any packet pick-up or 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.
Typical conditions
For events around November 2026 in Charlotte, NC, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
A 10K benefits from a mix of easy mileage and one quality workout weekly. Build toward a long run of about 8–12 km in the weeks before the event, and keep taper light.
Find more short races near youGetting there
This event is listed in Charlotte, NC, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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