# University City Turkey Trot and Kids Fun Run

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

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
- Where: University City Turkey Trot start (Prosperity Church Road), 3024 Prosperity Church Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269
- Ages: All ages; kids fun run
- Price: $40 + $3.40 signup fee (posted price through Oct 31)
- Organizer: University City Turkey Trot
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/NC/Charlotte/UniversityCityTurkeyTrot5K
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

The University City Turkey Trot starts at 8:00 am on Thanksgiving Day from Prosperity Church Road in north Charlotte, with a kids' fun run at 8:45 am. The race benefits Sickle Cell Partners of the Carolinas.

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