University City Turkey Trot

NOV

26

2026

Thanksgiving running event in Charlotte with a 5k run/walk, a 1k fun run, costume contest, post-race food and a food drive benefiting Sickle Cell Partners of the Carolinas.

Thu 26 Nov 2026

Huntersville, North Carolina

Website

5 kilometers

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University City Turkey Trot : Charlotte, NC, November 26, 2026

The University City Turkey Trot is the 13th annual community running event held in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event includes a 5k run/walk and a separate fun run for children. Distances offered:

5k run/walk
1k fun run for kids

Prizes are awarded to the first, second, and third overall finishers and to the first and second male and female finishers in each age category. A costume contest offers three prizes. Every participant receives a medal. The event includes a post-race mini feast with food, drinks, games, and music.

Participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for an annual food drive to support community members in need. Packet pick-up takes place at Run For Your Life University, 1816 E Arbors Drive, Charlotte, on November 21 and November 25. There is no race day packet pick-up or race day registration.

Proceeds benefit Sickle Cell Partners of the Carolinas, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2009 that provides support for patients and families affected by sickle cell disease, raises awareness, and advocates for a cure. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.