Lake Co. Fairgrounds, Crown Point IN
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
🦃 Welcome to the Flying Turkey 5K/2K
All NEW holiday tradition in Crown Point! Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26th, 8 am in Crown Point. Leaving from Lake Co. Fairgrounds.
🎉 Event Details
- Date: Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26th
- Time: 8 am (6:45 am sign-in)
- Location: Lake Co. Fairgrounds, Crown Point, IN
- Quote: "As God as my witness, I thought turkeys could fly!" ~ WKRP
🏅 Entry Fee Includes
- Finisher Medals: for First 500 to sign up!
- Chip Timing: 5K & non-timed 5K/2K
- Post-Race Treats: Donuts & live music afterwards!
- Contests: Best Costume Contest
⏰ Timeline
- 6:45 am: Sign in/Check in
- 7:15 am: Live music
- 7:30 am: Costume Contest & National Anthem
- 8:00 am: 5K race starts: 8:05 am: 2K starts
💰 Cost
- Adults: Timed 5K & Non-Timed - $30
- Kids 3-12: $20: Under 3 are free
- Shirts: Extra $16 available thru Nov. 16th
- Packet Pickup: Early on Nov. 24th & 25th
🏃♂️ Course Information
- 5K Course: Flat & Fast on Crown Point streets
- 2K Course: Stays inside the park
- Suggested Time Limit: 1 hour (19 min pace) for the 5K
- Strollers: Permitted but please watch for other runners
🐾 Dogs and Strollers
- Dogs: Allowed on the course: not in the building
- Requirements: Dogs should be friendly, leashed, and up-to-date on shots
- Strollers: Allowed but must be maneuvered carefully
🏆 Race Awards
Top Overall Male & Female, Top Masters Male & Female, and Top 3 Male & Female in each age group: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
⚠️ Important Notes
- No Refunds: Due to weather or any reason
- No Transfers: After November 1st
- Unclaimed Shirts: Will be sold after the run
📧 Contact Us
Questions? Email us at tfealy@sbcglobal.net
🔗 More Information
Visit our website: Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk
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