About This Race

Join us for the 17th Annual Turkey Day 8K! Whether this is your first time participating or you have made this a Thanksgiving tradition, don't miss out on the metro area's only USATF certified 8K race! The gun goes off at 7:30!

 

Guarantee T-Shirt in requested size cut-off is November 19, 2026.

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8K Run, 8K Walk, 8K Run VIP, 8K Walk VIP: T-Shirt

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8K Run VIP 8K
VIP entry gets you inside Fleet Feet before and after the race. This means you get indoor bathrooms, additional food and beverages (including Mimosas), and a warm place to hang out before and after the race! In addition, you will get some custom swag with details coming soon. It has been known to be in the twenties or below on race day, so come inside and warm up! The VIP entry fee is an additional $30 and limited to 50 people.
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8K Walk VIP 8K
VIP entry gets you inside Fleet Feet before and after the race. This means you get indoor bathrooms, additional food and beverages (including Mimosas), and a warm place to hang out before and after the race! In addition, you will get some custom swag with details coming soon. It has been known to be in the twenties or below on race day, so come inside and warm up! The VIP entry fee is an additional $30 and limited to 50 people.
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