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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Kandi YMCA, Willmar MN
5K
22–36°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Race Location:
Kandiyohi County YMCA
Description:
- Event: Join us for a fun start to your Thanksgiving, at the Turkey Leg 5K! This race is a 3.1 mile asphalt roadside race around Willmar streets.
- Water: Water is available at the 1/2 way mark.
- Walkers: Walkers are welcome!
- Costumes: And get your Thanksgiving costumes on, as the best dressed will receive an award.
Please note: the course is only open for 1.5 hours as we keep a tight schedule with it being Thanksgiving Day.
Race Entry Includes:
- T-shirt: Race T-shirt (guaranteed if registered by November 19th)
- Snacks: Snack and beverage at the end of the race
Race Day Schedule:
- 7:00 AM: Same Day Registration opens and Packet Pick Up
- 8:00 AM: Race Starts
- 9:30 AM: All racers need to have finished
- 9:45 AM: Awards (estimated time)
Runner's Shirts:
Shirt sizes are ONLY guaranteed for registrations prior to midnight on November 14th. Race day t-shirts are distributed on a “first come, first served” basis.
Divisions:
Men: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84 and 85+
Women: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84 and 85+
Results can be found at this link as soon as you cross the finish: www.pickleevents.com
Awards:
- Top Finishers: Medals for the top female and top male
- Division Medals: Medals for places 1-3 in each division
- Family Group: Largest Family Group
- Costume: Best Dressed (Thanksgiving Costumes)
Event Details:
Date: November 26, 2026
Location: Kandi YMCA, Willmar, MN
For more information, visit the race page: Turkey Leg 5K Run
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