Mooresville/Lake Norman Turkey Trot 5K

16th Annual Turkey Trot 5K

Run. Give. Celebrate.

Join us for the 16th Annual Turkey Trot 5K - a fun, family-friendly way to kick off your Thanksgiving while making a meaningful impact in our community! All proceeds benefit The Christian Mission, providing food, clothing, housing assistance, case management, and educational programs to over 6,000 local individuals and families in need.

Why Run?

• Community Impact: Be a part of breaking the cycle of poverty - one step at a time.
• Personal Goals: Whether you're racing for a personal best or walking/jogging with friends and family.
• Health Benefits: Your participation helps create a healthier, more hopeful holiday season for your neighbors in need.

Want to Give More?

• Financial Donations: Welcomed and appreciated on race day!
• Food Donations: Donations of canned goods or shelf-stable food items are encouraged.
• Drop-off Area: There will be a designated drop-off area for food donations.

Volunteering Opportunities

Please send an email to toverholt@thechristianmission for info on how to volunteer! Your time and energy will help make the Turkey Trot a success and directly support neighbors in need.

Location

919 N Main St, Mooresville, NC 28115

Parking Information

We kindly encourage you to arrive early to find parking. Parking options include:

• Christ Community Church: 615 N Main St
• Mi Veracruz: 761 N. Main
• James McCall: Allstate: 961 N. Main
• Patisserie Café: 627 N Main St

Packet Pickup

Pick up your race packet early to avoid race-day lines and explore The Christian Mission’s impact firsthand! Located at The Christian Mission (919 North Main St. in Mooresville)

• Monday, Nov. 23: 10:00 am–2:00 pm & 5:00–7:00 pm
• Tuesday, Nov. 24: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
• Wednesday, Nov. 25: 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Race Day Schedule – Thursday, November 26th

• 8:00 AM: Participant arrival, on-site registration, packet pickup (for anyone who hasn't picked up yet), and pre-race activities.
• 8:30 AM: Kids Fun Run (½ mile for ages 10 & under).
• 9:00 AM: Wave 1: Competitive runners (estimated finish time under 25 minutes).
• 9:05 AM: Wave 2: Recreational runners (estimated finish time 25–40 minutes).
• 9:10 AM: Wave 3: Walkers, families with young children, and participants with strollers.

Important: No race-day registration or bib pickup on race day after 8:30 AM.

Race Map: Here

SWAG & Awards

The Top 3 Overall Male & Female finishers receive running store gift cards. Top 3 finishers in each age category will take home a festive Turkey Trot treat.

Register by November 12 to receive a race t-shirt designed by Freeman Screen Printers.

Additional Notes

• All registrations are non-refundable and considered a donation to The Christian Mission.
• T-shirts: Guaranteed for registrations received before November 12—so sign up early!
• Food Donations: Gratefully accepted on race day - there will be a donation spot available.

Let’s lace up, give back, and trot toward a stronger community.

Register today and make this Thanksgiving unforgettable—for you and for those in need!

Not running this year? You can still be part of the impact—email toverholt@thechristianmission for information on how to sign up to volunteer and help make the Turkey Trot a success for everyone.

For more information, visit the race page: Mooresville/Lake Norman Turkey Trot 5K.