In 93 days · Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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When
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Where
508 Elm St, Lawrence KS
Distance
5K
Typical weather
33–49°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
32–43°F
dry
2024
24–43°F
dry
2023
24–38°F
rain
2022
30–51°F
rain
2021
28–50°F
dry
2020
31–56°F
dry
2019
40–49°F
dry
2018
16–27°F
dry
2017
39–61°F
dry
2016
37–56°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: 508 Elm St, Lawrence, KS
- Event: 23rd Annual runLawrence Thanksgiving Day 5K
- Website: Race Registration
Event Highlights
- Family Friendly: This race is for fast feet, joggers, walkers, kids, couples, teams, and families.
- Kids Fun Run: Post race we hold a free kids fun run to make sure everyone has a chance to start the day with some festive fitness.
- New Features: New this year: a sub-20 "elite" wave for our fastest runners, a costume contest, and all registered participants receive Thanksgiving Day themed goodr sunglasses!
- Support Local: This race benefits local youth running programs.
Join the Tradition
- Thanksgiving Tradition: A Thanksgiving Day tradition you won't want to miss.
- Sign Up: Don’t delay, sign up today!
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