Charlotte Turkey Trot
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CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot : overview
The CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at SouthPark Mall, 4400 Sharon Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211. The event offers multiple race options around the mall area and is described as an established Charlotte Thanksgiving event with a long history.
Distances offered:
- 8K
- 5K
- 1 Mile
- Tot Trot
Event details and amenities
The event includes pre-event packet pick-up opportunities and a finish festival with music, awards, partner giveaways, and costume contests. Soft cotton tri-blend long-sleeve event T-shirts are provided, and finisher medals are awarded for all races, including the Tot Trot. The Tot Trot is free and runs in continuous heats. Post-race refreshments are provided by Harris Teeter, and complimentary beer is available for participants of legal drinking age (ID required). The race also supports a CMPD Explorers holiday toy drive, with a goal to collect thousands of toys for local children. Major partners and sponsors listed include CPI Security, Novant Health, Harris Teeter, and others. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
