Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Location Garner, North Carolina
- Price $28.95 - $40.13
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in Garner, Wake! This beloved Thanksgiving Day tradition takes place in the beautiful White Deer and Lake Benson Parks, where family and friends—both human and canine—come together for a festive morning of running and walking to support a wonderful cause. Participants can choose between a 5K run or a 1-mile Fun Run, with both courses set on flat, paved trails that showcase the seasonal beauty of the parks.
Dress up in your most creative Thanksgiving-themed costumes, and don't forget to bring your well-socialized dogs on a short leash to join in on the fun! The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K is not just about the race; it’s an opportunity to help raise funds for abandoned, neglected, and abused animals in North Carolina. With a limit of 1,000 participants this year, be sure to register early to secure your spot and receive a race shirt if you're participating virtually. Don't miss out on this heartwarming event that brings the community together for a day of joy, exercise, and compassion!
Dress up in your most creative Thanksgiving-themed costumes, and don't forget to bring your well-socialized dogs on a short leash to join in on the fun! The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K is not just about the race; it’s an opportunity to help raise funds for abandoned, neglected, and abused animals in North Carolina. With a limit of 1,000 participants this year, be sure to register early to secure your spot and receive a race shirt if you're participating virtually. Don't miss out on this heartwarming event that brings the community together for a day of joy, exercise, and compassion!
Organiser's Description
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WHAT IS THE FREEDOM RIDE RESCUE TURKEY DAY 5K?
The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K is the annual Thanksgiving Day race held in Garners White Deer and Lake Benson Parks. Family and friends, both human and canine, gather to enjoy a brisk holiday morning run or walk through the parks to help raise money in support of Freedom Ride Rescue's mission to help abandoned, neglected and abused animals in North Carolina.
Race options include 5K and a 1M Fun Run. Both the 5K and 1M courses are relatively flat paved trails and the seasonal beauty of these two parks is spectacular. Thanksgiving themed costumes, decorated wagons, strollers and baby joggers are encouraged. WELL SOCIALIZED DOGS ARE WELCOME ON A 6 OR SHORTER LEASH - RETRACTABLE LEASHES ARE NOT PERMITTED. VIRTUAL 'RACERS' ARE WELCOME TO SUPPORT US FROM A FAR AND WILL RECEIVE A RACE SHIRT!
REGISTER EARLY!
Since it's inception, The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K has been a very popular and well attended event. The first year was capped at 500 participants and we sold out. THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL BE LIMITED TO 1,000 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION FEES INCREASE AS RACE DAY APPROACHES, SO REGISTER EARLY!
WHAT IS THE FREEDOM RIDE RESCUE TURKEY DAY 5K?
The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K is the annual Thanksgiving Day race held in Garners White Deer and Lake Benson Parks. Family and friends, both human and canine, gather to enjoy a brisk holiday morning run or walk through the parks to help raise money in support of Freedom Ride Rescue's mission to help abandoned, neglected and abused animals in North Carolina.
Race options include 5K and a 1M Fun Run. Both the 5K and 1M courses are relatively flat paved trails and the seasonal beauty of these two parks is spectacular. Thanksgiving themed costumes, decorated wagons, strollers and baby joggers are encouraged. WELL SOCIALIZED DOGS ARE WELCOME ON A 6 OR SHORTER LEASH - RETRACTABLE LEASHES ARE NOT PERMITTED. VIRTUAL 'RACERS' ARE WELCOME TO SUPPORT US FROM A FAR AND WILL RECEIVE A RACE SHIRT!
REGISTER EARLY!
Since it's inception, The Freedom Ride Rescue Turkey Day 5K has been a very popular and well attended event. The first year was capped at 500 participants and we sold out. THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL BE LIMITED TO 1,000 PARTICIPANTS. REGISTRATION FEES INCREASE AS RACE DAY APPROACHES, SO REGISTER EARLY!
Races
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5k
Incl. $5.13 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 28th November 2024
$40.13
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1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 28th November 2024
$28.95
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Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
$33.95
Complete the distance anywhere anytime - or just think of us from wherever you are. Virtual participants can upload their times, but they will not be included in awards. Times should be submitted between 11/23/2023-12/4/2023. Price includes shipping of race shirts to the continental United States (or local delivery/pick up).
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