2026
Details
DATE & TIME
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26 @ 8:00 A.M. CT
Course
Downtown Minneapolis
Gather your flock to celebrate the country’s biggest running day of the year!
A Turkey Day Tradition
5K distance is perfect for all ages and paces – joggers, walkers and strollers are welcome! Kids 18 and under run TCM events at no cost.
Family-Friendly Event
Keep your eyes peeled for some festive on-course entertainment on race morning!
Festive Course
Our downtown course is a beautiful way to kick off your morning and share gratitude for all the Twin Cities has to offer!
Celebrate Your City
Reasons to Run with Us
2026 Race Details
All price tiers end 11:59 P.M. on their end date, unless otherwise noted. Kids 18 and under run free in all in-person events! All TCM Members get fixed, preferred pricing. Join now and save.
Tier 1
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Thursday, March 3 – Thursday, July 23: $39 (plus processing fees = $42.51)
Tier 2
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Friday, July 24 – Thursday, August 20: $44 (plus processing fees = $47.96)
Tier 3
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Friday, August 21 – Thursday, September 10: $49 (plus processing fees = $53.41)
Tier 4
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Friday, September 11 – Thursday, October 29: $54 (plus processing fees = $58.86)
Tier 5
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Friday, October 30 – Thursday, November 19: $59 (plus processing fees = 64.31)
Tier 6
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Friday, November 20 – Thursday , November 26: $65 (plus processing fees = $69.76)
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**Check back soon for some weekend PPU options. Details are still being finalized.
Wednesday, November 25
Viking Longhouse (530 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415)
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday, November 26
Viking Longhouse (530 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415)
6:30 a.m. – Race start
Parking
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We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the nation's leading parking reservations app. To reserve your parking spot for the Turkey Day 5k, visit the SpotHero Parking Page
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Street parking at meters in Downtown Minneapolis is free on Thanksgiving morning.
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Parking ramps downtown Minneapolis are not free, and TCM does not currently have a relationship with any ramps as of now. Do not park in areas that say “No Parking.”
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Note: Throughout the day, please be aware of No-Parking restrictions along the route and in the start/finish line area.
Transportation
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Participants and volunteers ride free with Metro Transit on race day! Take this survey to download your Metro Transit pass. Pass is valid between 4 a.m. and 12 p.m.
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All kids 18 and under are welcome to run the Turkey Day 5K for free, and will receive the same amenities as adults. To learn more about the TC Kids Run Free Program click here.
As this is a fun, community-centered holiday event, there will be no age group awards.
Friends and family are welcome to come to the race, bring a motivational sign, and watch and cheer on participants!
As always, please be respectful of private property and do not enter the race course. Pedestrians are permitted to cross the course at intersections where race officials are present to direct foot traffic.
Whether you’re looking for a one-day experience or a year-round leadership opportunity, we offer a variety of meaningful roles suited to help you reach your personal and professional goals. From course marshals to fluid stations and finish line volunteers, we have something for everyone!
Click here to view volunteer positions and find out how you can be involved.
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2025 Turkey Day 5K
