CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot

The long-running Thanksgiving tradition takes over SouthPark on Thursday morning. The Harris Teeter 1 Mile goes off at 8:00, the CPI Security 8K at 8:10 and the 5K at 9:10, all from Carnegie Blvd. The Harris Teeter Tot Trot (ages 8 and under) runs in heats from 8:30 to 9:30 in the finish festival area in the Dick's parking lot.

Registration for the 5K/8K is $55 through Nov 21 and $59 from Nov 22 until 7pm on Nov 25 (plus fees); the 1 Mile is $35, then $39. Runners 18 and under get $5 off. Organizers say the race has sold out the last three years, so don't wait until race week.