Lander Turkey Mile

  • Date Thu 27th November 2025
  • Time 8:30AM MST
  • Location Lander, Wyoming
  • Price $25.00
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 1 Mile

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Event summary

Join us for the Lander Turkey Mile on Thanksgiving morning, November 27th, 2025, in the scenic town of Lander, Fremont! This festive fun run promises an exciting 1-mile course that starts and finishes at Lander City Park. Get ready to chase down some costumed turkeys as they dash alongside you, with the fastest runners clocking in at sub 6:00 minutes per mile. This event is perfect for all ages and abilities, making it a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends.

The race will begin at Lander City Park, winding through a picturesque route as you race past familiar landmarks and return to the park for a triumphant finish. Participants will receive a stylish finisher long sleeve t-shirt and a medal to celebrate their achievement. Plus, there will be an opportunity to give back to the community by donating non-perishable food items to the Lander Food Bank. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to have fun, the Lander Turkey Mile is sure to be a highlight of your Thanksgiving festivities!

Organiser's Description

Come join us for a Thanksgiving morning fun run starting and finishing at the Lander City Park! The route is 1 mile long and will have multiple people dressed as turkeys completing the course with you. These turkeys will be running various paces (fastest being sub 6:00/mile) and the goal is to beat as many turkeys as you can! All ages and abilities are welcome to join us for the event.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The race will begin inside of Lander City Park on 3rd Street, near the parking lot for the Lions shelter. The race will run North on 3rd street, out of the park past Fremont St and will turn left on Park St. Racers will follow Park Street all the way until it joins back with Fremont Street. At that point they will turn left and return towards the park. The race will finish on Fremont Street in front of the parking on the North side of the park.

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

* Finisher long sleeve t-shirt (Youth short sleeve option)
* Finisher medal

**Don't want a shirt? Register and choose "no shirt" option for a $10 discount.

PRE-RACE INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
Packet Pickup
Pre-race pickup (highly encouraged): Wednesday November 26 5-6 PM @ Fremont Therapy (8168 WY-789, Lander WY)

RACE DAY PICKUP: 7:45-8:15 @ the gazebo at City Park

BATHROOMS
Bathrooms will be available at the Parks and Rec building near the gazebo on the north side of the park off of Fremont St. The bathrooms by the start line will not be available due to being closed for the season.

AWARDS AND RESULTS
Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers.

A link to results will be emailed after the race and will be available to view on www.lifewellruncoaching.com

FOOD BANK DONATIONS
We will have a food drop off box available near the finish line where you can bring your shelf stable, non perishable foods. These items will be donated to the Lander Food Bank.

VOLUNTEERS
If you have any family/friends who are interested in supporting the event, but not interested in participating, we have need for volunteers on race day. They can sign up through the registration platform or have them email [email protected] and we will send them information regarding volunteer options.

WEATHER CANCELATION STATEMENT

Weather this time of year can be unpredictable. Because of this, we realize a race cannot be held if it is unsafe due to snow/ice on the road. If the weather restricts our ability to host the race, we will send out an email either night before or morning of informing all participants of cancellation. Those who have signed up will still receive their finisher medal and race shirt but no refunds will be given. Thank you for your understanding.

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  • Lander Turkey Mile

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM MST)

    $25.00

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Location

Lander City Park, 405 Fremont St, Lander, 82520, WY, United States

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Nov 27, 2025

$25.00