Mooresville/Lake Norman Turkey Trot 5K

16th Annual Turkey Trot 5K 🦃

Kick off your Thanksgiving with a fun, family-friendly tradition that brings our community together while making a meaningful difference. Join us for the 16th Annual Turkey Trot 5K, where every registration helps support The Christian Mission's work providing food, clothing, housing assistance, case management, and educational programs to more than 6,000 local individuals and families each year.

Whether you're aiming for a personal best, jogging with friends, or enjoying a walk with family, your participation helps bring hope to neighbors in need while making Thanksgiving morning one to remember.

Why Run?
Be part of breaking the cycle of poverty, one step at a time. Every participant helps make a lasting impact in our community while enjoying one of Mooresville's favorite Thanksgiving traditions.

Want to Give More?

Financial donations, canned goods, and other shelf-stable food items are gratefully accepted on race day. A designated donation drop-off area will be available near the registration area.

Not running or walking but still want to be part of the fun? We'd love to have you volunteer! Click here to learn about volunteer opportunities and help make this year's Turkey Trot a success.

📍 Location

The Christian Mission
919 N. Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115

🚗 Parking Information

Please plan to arrive early to allow plenty of time for parking.

Parking is available at:

• Christ Community Church (615 N. Main St.)
• Mi Veracruz (761 N. Main St.)
• James McCall: Allstate (961 N. Main St.)
• Patisserie Café (627 N. Main St.)
• Other nearby parking lots of closed businesses

🗓️ Packet Pickup

Skip the race-day lines by picking up your packet early, and take the opportunity to learn more about the impact of The Christian Mission!

The first 500 runners to pickup their packets will receive a free swag bag! 

Location: The Christian Mission
919 N. Main Street, Mooresville

• Monday, November 23
  10:00 AM–2:00 PM & 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
• Tuesday, November 24
  10:00 AM–2:00 PM
• Wednesday, November 25
  9:00 AM–12:00 PM

 
🏁 Race Day Schedule – Thursday, November 26th

8:00 AM – Participant arrival, on-site registration, packet pickup (for those who haven't picked up yet), and pre-race activities

8:30 AM – Kids Fun Run (½ mile for ages 10 & under)

⭐ New This Year: Wave Starts!

To provide a safer, more enjoyable experience for everyone, we're introducing three start waves based on your anticipated pace. This helps reduce crowding at the start line and allows participants to enjoy the course at a comfortable pace.

9:00 AM – Wave 1: Competitive runners (planning to finish in under 25 minutes)

9:05 AM – Wave 2: Recreational runners (planning to finish in approximately 25–40 minutes)

9:10 AM – Wave 3: Walkers, families with young children, participants with strollers, and anyone who prefers a more relaxed pace

Important: Race-day registration and packet pickup close promptly at 8:30 AM.

📍 Race Map: (Here)

🏆 SWAG & AWARDS

• Top 3 Overall Male and Female Finishers will receive gift cards to a local running store.
• Top 3 Finishers in Each Age Division will receive a festive Turkey Trot prize.
• Register by November 8 to guarantee your commemorative race T-shirt

 
Additional Notes:

• Registration fees are non-refundable and directly support The Christian Mission.
• Race T-shirts are guaranteed only for participants registered by November 8. 
• Food donations are gratefully accepted on race day.
• Strollers are welcome in Wave 3. 

Join Us This Thanksgiving!

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

Whether you're running for a new personal record, starting a Thanksgiving tradition with loved ones, or simply showing your support for neighbors in need, every step you take helps make a difference.

Register today and make this Thanksgiving unforgettable—for you, your family, and the thousands of local individuals and families The Christian Mission serves each year.