Run Turkey Run

Thursday, November 26, 2026
9:00 AM EST
Burlington, Kentucky
$32.50 · 1 race
5km

Starts in 12 days

Event summary

Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations with the 15th Annual "Run Turkey Run" on Thursday, November 26, 2026! This exciting event will take place at England-Idlewild Park in Burlington, Boone, offering a delightful 5K run and walk to participants of all ages. Join fellow runners and walkers at 9:00 AM for a fun-filled morning in the great outdoors, and enjoy the beautiful park setting as you race through the scenic out-and-back course.

Not only will you have a chance to win a turkey as a prize for the top three overall male and female finishers, but the event also supports a great cause! Proceeds will benefit the Burlington Student Mission Projects, helping local families in need. Participants are encouraged to bring canned or non-perishable food items for the Saving Grace Food Pantry. With chip timing for accurate results and online registration only, this is a hassle-free way to start your Thanksgiving day with a bang. Don't miss out—register online today and secure your spot in this festive community event!

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    $30 for Adults, $20 for kids 14 and under. T-shirts are optional and are $15 while supplies last. Prices go up after November 15th

    9:00 AM EST

    $32.50

    Register

Organiser's description

15TH ANNUAL "RUN TURKEY RUN" 5K RUN AND 5K WALK

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2026 9:00 AM

ENGLAND-IDLEWILD PARK, BURLINGTON, KY



JOIN US IN NKY FOR A FUN START TO YOUR THANKSGIVING DAY. A GREAT ALTERNATIVE TO THE MEGA TURKEY TROTS. 5K DISTANCE. EARLY START. FREE PARKING. GET IN, GET OUT, GET HOME!

NOTE: ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE FOR 2026

COORDINATES: 39.037775, -84.732804 https://goo.gl/maps/Gy1as586696L37G8A

ORGANIZER: BURLINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH https://burlingtonbaptist.org

BENEFICIARY:

Race proceeds will go to the Burlington Student Mission Projects helping to serve local families. Please bring one or more canned or non-perishable food items for Saving Grace Food Pantry.

COURSE:

Out-and-back 5K course will take place entirely in the park

AWARDS:

Top Three overall male and females will receive a turkey. Where else can you can take your prize home and eat it?

Finisher medals to first 250 finishers.

RESULTS:

All results including top three Males and Females and age groups will be posted online.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

Immediately following the Race

CHIP TIMING:

This year's race will be accurately "chip timed" using MyLaps Bib Tag technology. No need to return chips this year!

EMAIL ADDRESS:

All pre-registered entries that include a valid email address will receive an email confirmation of registration prior to the race.

REGISTRATION FEE:

Cost (Through Sunday, November 15, 2026): $30 adults and $20 for kids 14 and under.

Cost (Monday, November 16 through Race Day): $35 adults and $25 for kids 14 and under.

NOTE: ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE FOR 2026. THIS INCLUDES RACE DAY AS WELL.

RACE DAY IS ONLINE AND WE WILL NOT ACCEPT CASH.

T-SHIRTS:

T-shirts are optional and available for $15 for youth sizes and $20 for adult sizes while supplies last. Order early to be sure to get your size. Purchase Online Only.

REGISTER ONLINE:

Online Pre-Registration at www.runningtime.net https://www.runningtime.net through Race Day.

NOTE: ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE FOR 2026. THIS INCLUDES RACE DAY AS WELL.

RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP

7:30 - 8:45 am at the venue! Look for signs and activity in our HQ park shelter.

NOTE:ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY FOR 2026

YOU MAY SIGN UP ON RACE DAY ONLINE ON YOUR COMPUTER, TABLET OR PHONE

EARLY PACKET PICK UP

There is no early packet pick up for this event

***** NO REFUNDS*****

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Location

England-Idlewild Park, 5550 Idlewild Rd., Burlington, 41005, KY, United States

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