Pequot Runners Thanksgiving Day Race
Southport, CT
Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club, 385 Center Street, Southport CT
36–48°F · some rain risk
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2025
53–59°F
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2024
44–56°F
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30–50°F
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38–53°F
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2021
36–47°F
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2020
47–60°F
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2019
39–56°F
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2018
38–50°F
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37–47°F
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2016
40–49°F
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About this race
49th Annual Pequot Runners Thanksgiving Day 5-Mile Race & 2.6-Mile Walk
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start Time: 8:15 AM (Race & Walk start together)
- Location: Wakeman Boys & Girls Club, 385 Center Street, Southport, CT 06890
Welcome & Community Mission
The Pequot Running Club is proud to present the 49th Annual Pequot Runners Thanksgiving Day 5-Mile Race and 2.6-Mile Walk!
A Southport holiday tradition for nearly five decades, this event brings thousands of runners, walkers, families, and neighbors together to kick off Thanksgiving morning. Best of all, your participation directly supports vital local organizations and charities, including the Wakeman Boys & Girls Club, Caroline House, Junior Achievement, Pequot Library, Westport EMS, and more.
Thank you for running, walking, and giving back to our community. We can’t wait to see you on the starting line Thanksgiving morning!
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