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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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About this race
Place
- Address: 5505 Rose Garden Rd
- City: Cape Coral, FL 33914
Description
Hey Apex Family,
We are heading back to Rotary Park for a Thanksgiving tradition with a fresh new look!
Empire Bagel Factory Turkey Trot 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
In Partnership with the Cape Coral Police Athletic League
- Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Location: Rotary Park, Cape Coral, FL
- 5K Start Time: 8:00 AM
- 1 Mile Start Time: 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 Trot in Cape Coral!
- Thanksgiving Kickoff: Start Thanksgiving week with a morning of running, walking, music, family, and community.
- Invite Everyone: Whether you are chasing a personal best or bringing the kids for the 1-Mile Fun Run, EVERYONE is invited.
- Support Local Programs: This event promotes fitness, family, and community engagement while supporting PAL youth programs.
- Be Prepared: Come ready to run, walk, have fun, and start Thanksgiving week together!
Race Experience
- Live Music: Music throughout the event
- Race Atmosphere: High-energy race morning atmosphere
- Thanksgiving Theme: Thanksgiving-themed fun
- Family-Friendly: Event for all ages, turkey outfits encouraged!
Event Options
- 5K: Chip-Timed Race
- 1-Mile: Fun Run/Walk
- Participant Swag: Each participant receives an official race shirt
- Finisher Medal: Custom finisher medal for all
Awards
Awards will take place following the race. Must be present to receive.
- Overall Awards: Top 3 Male and Female based on Gun Time
- Age Groups: Chip Time category awards
- Age Division: 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 age group
Packet Pickup
- Location: Empire Bagel Factory
- Address: 122 Chiquita Blvd S, Unit 4, Cape Coral, FL 33991
- Friday: November 20, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Race Day Pickup: Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM at Rotary Park
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.
Join Us!
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!
See you at the start line!
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