Turkey Leg 5K Run
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Willmar, Minnesota
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving with a fun-filled event at the Turkey Leg 5K Run on Thursday, November 26, 2026! Taking place in the scenic streets of Willmar, Kandiyohi, this 3.1-mile asphalt roadside race promises a delightful experience for runners and walkers of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking for a festive way to celebrate the holiday, this race welcomes everyone.
Participants can enjoy water stations along the course, with a special medal awarded to the largest family group and prizes for the best Thanksgiving costumes, making it a perfect opportunity to showcase your creativity. The race starts at 8:00 AM, but make sure to arrive early for same-day registration and packet pick-up beginning at 7:00 AM. With a tight schedule that wraps up by 9:30 AM, don't miss out on the chance to enjoy delicious snacks and beverages at the finish line. Join us for a memorable morning filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and Thanksgiving cheer!
Participants can enjoy water stations along the course, with a special medal awarded to the largest family group and prizes for the best Thanksgiving costumes, making it a perfect opportunity to showcase your creativity. The race starts at 8:00 AM, but make sure to arrive early for same-day registration and packet pick-up beginning at 7:00 AM. With a tight schedule that wraps up by 9:30 AM, don't miss out on the chance to enjoy delicious snacks and beverages at the finish line. Join us for a memorable morning filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and Thanksgiving cheer!
Organiser's Description
RACE LOCATION:
KANDIYOHI COUNTY YMCA
DESCRIPTION:
JOIN US FOR A FUN START TO YOUR THANKSGIVING, AT THE TURKEY LEG 5K! THIS RACE IS A 3.1 MILE ASPHALT ROADSIDE RACE AROUND WILLMAR STREETS. WATER IS AVAILABLE AT THE 1/2 WAY MARK. WALKERS ARE WELCOME! LARGEST FAMILY GROUP WINS A MEDAL. AND GET YOUR THANKSGIVING COSTUMES ON, AS THE BEST DRESSED WILL RECEIVE AN AWARD.
PLEASE NOTE THE COURSE IS ONLY OPEN FOR 1.5 HOURS AS WE KEEP A TIGHT SCHEDULE WITH IT BEING THANKSGIVING DAY.
RACE ENTRY INCLUDES:
*
RACE T-SHIRT (GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY NOVEMBER 19TH)
*
SNACK AND BEVERAGE AT THE END OF THE RACE
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
*
7:00AM - SAME DAY REGISTRATION OPENS AND PACKET PICK UP
*
8:00AM - RACE STARTS
*
9:30AM - ALL RACERS NEED TO HAVE FINISHED
*
9:45AM - AWARDS (ESTIMATED TIME)
RUNNER'S SHIRTS:
SHIRT SIZES ARE ONLY GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS PRIOR TO MIDNIGHT ON NOVEMBER 14TH.
RACE DAY T-SHIRTS ARE DISTRIBUTED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS.
DIVISIONS:
MEN: 10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 -74, 75-79, 80 - 84 AND 85+
WOMEN: 10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 -74, 75-79, 80 - 84 AND 85+
RESULTS CAN BE FOUND AT THIS LINK AS SOON AS YOU CROSS THE FINISH: WWW.PICKLEEVENTS.COM
AWARDS:
* Medals for the top female and top male
* Medals for places 1-3 in each division
* Largest Family Group
* Best Dressed (Thanksgiving Costumes)
KANDIYOHI COUNTY YMCA
DESCRIPTION:
JOIN US FOR A FUN START TO YOUR THANKSGIVING, AT THE TURKEY LEG 5K! THIS RACE IS A 3.1 MILE ASPHALT ROADSIDE RACE AROUND WILLMAR STREETS. WATER IS AVAILABLE AT THE 1/2 WAY MARK. WALKERS ARE WELCOME! LARGEST FAMILY GROUP WINS A MEDAL. AND GET YOUR THANKSGIVING COSTUMES ON, AS THE BEST DRESSED WILL RECEIVE AN AWARD.
PLEASE NOTE THE COURSE IS ONLY OPEN FOR 1.5 HOURS AS WE KEEP A TIGHT SCHEDULE WITH IT BEING THANKSGIVING DAY.
RACE ENTRY INCLUDES:
*
RACE T-SHIRT (GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY NOVEMBER 19TH)
*
SNACK AND BEVERAGE AT THE END OF THE RACE
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
*
7:00AM - SAME DAY REGISTRATION OPENS AND PACKET PICK UP
*
8:00AM - RACE STARTS
*
9:30AM - ALL RACERS NEED TO HAVE FINISHED
*
9:45AM - AWARDS (ESTIMATED TIME)
RUNNER'S SHIRTS:
SHIRT SIZES ARE ONLY GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS PRIOR TO MIDNIGHT ON NOVEMBER 14TH.
RACE DAY T-SHIRTS ARE DISTRIBUTED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS.
DIVISIONS:
MEN: 10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 -74, 75-79, 80 - 84 AND 85+
WOMEN: 10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 -74, 75-79, 80 - 84 AND 85+
RESULTS CAN BE FOUND AT THIS LINK AS SOON AS YOU CROSS THE FINISH: WWW.PICKLEEVENTS.COM
AWARDS:
* Medals for the top female and top male
* Medals for places 1-3 in each division
* Largest Family Group
* Best Dressed (Thanksgiving Costumes)
Races
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Individual
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$27.50
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Kandi YMCA, 1000 Lakeland Dr SE, Willmar, 56201, MN, United States
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