In 65 days · Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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When
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Where
13 West Main Street, Kasson MN
Distance
5K
Typical weather
24–37°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
24–34°F
rain
2024
17–31°F
dry
2023
20–34°F
dry
2022
37–52°F
dry
2021
16–34°F
dry
2020
27–40°F
dry
2019
32–36°F
rain
2018
14–22°F
dry
2017
25–50°F
dry
2016
25–48°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event: 5th Annual Turkey Day 5k
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: 13 West Main Street, Kasson, MN
- Registration Link: Register Here
Run Details
- Family Friendly: Enjoy a run/walk on Thanksgiving morning hosted by The Main Alternative in Kasson, MN.
- Calorie Burn: Burn some calories before your big meal!
- After Party: Bloody Marys and Screwdrivers available for participants 21+ after the run/walk.
- Refreshments: Water, coffee, and hot chocolate provided by the Dodge County Salvation Army.
Community Support
- Proceeds: All race registration proceeds, along with extra donations, will be donated to the Food Shelf in Kasson and the Dodge County Salvation Army.
- Mission: Neighbors helping neighbors! Support your community and meet new friends.
- Participation: Come out and enjoy the festivities while helping those in need.
Costume Contest
- Encouragement: Costumes are DEFINITELY ENCOURAGED!
- Contest: Enjoy beverages post-race while participating in a Costume Contest, with a special prize for the winner.
- Drawings: Participate in drawings for fun prizes!
Race T-Shirts
- Registration Deadline: T-shirts will be given to participants who register by November 10, 2025, at NOON.
- Sizes Available: Shirt sizes range from Youth Medium to Adult XXXL.
- Guarantee: If not registered by the deadline, you will NOT be guaranteed a t-shirt.
- Action: Be sure to sign up ASAP!
Looking Forward
- Excitement: We look forward to another successful year of the Turkey Day 5k/2.5k!
- Community: Can't wait to see you all out there!
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