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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
5505 Rose Garden Rd, Cape Coral FL
5K · 1 Mile
63–78°F · low rain risk
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64–84°F
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57–74°F
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68–82°F
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65–78°F
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70–80°F
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65–79°F
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55–78°F
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65–78°F
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68–79°F
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52–70°F
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About this race
Hey Apex Family,
We are heading back to Rotary Park for a Thanksgiving tradition with a fresh new look!
Empire Bagel Factory Turkey Tag 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
In Partnership with the Cape Coral Police Athletic League
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Rotary Park, Cape Coral, FL
5K 8:00 AM
1 Mile 8:05 AM
Event Overview
Join Empire Bagel Factory, Apex Promoz, and the Cape Coral Police Athletic League (PAL) for a fun, family-friendly Turkey Tag in Cape Coral!
Kick off Thanksgiving week with a morning of running, walking, music, family, and community at Rotary Park.
Whether you are chasing a personal best, walking with family and friends, or bringing the kids out for the 1-Mile Fun Run, EVERYONE is invited.
This event is part of the Cape Coral PAL Race Series, promoting fitness, family, and community engagement while supporting PAL youth programs and positive connections between local law enforcement and our community.
Come ready to run, walk, have fun, and start Thanksgiving week together!
Race Experience
🎧 Music throughout the event
🎤 High-energy race morning atmosphere
🦃 Thanksgiving-themed fun
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly event for all ages
Turkey outfits, Thanksgiving gear, and costumes are encouraged!
Event Options
5K Chip-Timed Race
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Participant Swag
All participants receive:
Official Empire Bagel Factory Turkey Tag race shirt
Custom finisher medal
Awards
Awards will take place following the race. Must be present to receive.
Overall – Gun Time
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Age Groups – Chip Time
0 to 9
10 to 19
20 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 plus
Top 3 Male and Female in each group
Packet Pickup
Empire Bagel Factory
122 Chiquita Blvd S, Unit 4
Cape Coral, FL 33991
Friday, November 20, 2026
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Rotary Park
7:00 AM to 7:45 AM
Race Day Schedule
8:00 AM 5K Start
8:05 AM 1-Mile Start
9:30 AM Awards Ceremony
Parking
Free parking is available at Rotary Park.
5505 Rose Garden Rd
Cape Coral, FL 33914
This event is all about family, fitness, community, and kicking off Thanksgiving week together.
Grab your friends
Grab your family
Throw on your Thanksgiving gear
And come be part of a fun morning at Rotary Park
Join Empire Bagel Factory, Apex Promoz, and Cape Coral PAL for the Empire Bagel Factory Turkey Tag 5K!
See you at the start line!
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