# Iredell County Special Olympics Thanksgiving Turkey Chase 5K, 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run

> Event for families in the Charlotte–Concord–Gastonia area (NC / SC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 9:00 AM – 10:20 AM
- Where: Statesville Soccer Complex, 2012 Simonton Rd, Statesville, NC 28625
- Ages: All ages; youth 1-mile and 5K divisions
- Price: 1 Mile Youth $10, 1 Mile Adult $14, 5K Youth $14, 5K Adult $19, 10K $29 (rise after Nov 9)
- For kids with sensory or other needs: Adaptive
- Organizer: Iredell County Special Olympics
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Statesville/SpecialOlympicsThanksgiving5k10kFunRun
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

The 10th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Chase starts at 9:00 am from the Statesville soccer complex on greenway and road, with a 1-mile fun run (youth and adult), 5K and 10K, all benefiting Iredell County Special Olympics. Bring canned food and gently worn shoes or clothes for local ministries; no dogs.

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