Turkey Burner 5K

🍂 Event Overview

A family tradition that helps folks in need.

The scenic race course loops Hinckley Lake within the Hinckley Reservation.

🚧 Start/Finish and Parking Changes

• New Location: Because of park construction, we're moving the Start/Finish area to the South Ball Field parking lot.
• Course: We will run the course on the paved path around the lake as usual (CCW).
• Parking: Parking will be limited so we're capping registration at 900. We highly encourage carpooling and arriving early.
• Details: We'll provide detailed parking instructions as we get closer.

🎭 Costume Contest

In addition to views of the local flora and fauna, you might see participants in their best Thanksgiving-themed costumes. (Turkey and cranberry suits are welcome!)

📦 Packet Pick-Up

• Date & Time: Early packet pick up will be 11/26 from 3P-6P at 2425 Medina Rd, Medina.
• Race Day: Please do your best to pick everything on 11/27 to avoid delays on race day.
• Friends & Family: You are encouraged to pick-up for friends and family.
• Shirts & Medals: All participants will receive a custom long-sleeved shirt and medal.

💰 Fundraising Incentives

• Entry Fee Refund: If you raise $100, we'll refund your entry fee.
• Special Awards: The top 20 fundraisers will also receive a special award in addition to the refund.

⏰ Race Day Schedule

Race day registration opens at 7:30 am. Turkey Burner 5k Race and Walk takes off at 9:00 am.

🏆 Awards

We'll be giving out awards to our age group winners (<10, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+).

💖 Beneficiary

In addition to pre-burning Thanksgiving calories, the Burner benefits Running2bwell and its free wellness programs for people struggling with addiction and mental health issues.

🔗 Race Registration

For more information and to register, visit the event page: Turkey Burner 5K Registration.