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 design Finisher medals for ALL races, including the Harris Teeter Tot Trot Multiple Pre-event Packet Pick-Up Opportunities for your convenience Complimentary 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 corrals A deejayed pre-race experience, fire trucks and live national anthem Harris Teeter post-race refreshments including water, granola bar and bananas Finish Festival featuring music, awards, event partner giveaways, costume contests and so much more Harris Teeter Tot Trot is FREE and convenient, running continuous heats from 8:30-9:30AM in the Dick's parking lot CMPD 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.
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CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot 2026 — Charlotte, NC
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 26.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Charlotte, NC.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot 2026 — Charlotte, NC?
CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot 2026 — Charlotte, NC takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Where is CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot 2026 — Charlotte, NC held?
CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot 2026 — Charlotte, NC is held at SOUTHPARK MALL in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Where can I find hotels near CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot 2026 — Charlotte, NC?
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