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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
905 N Front Street, Niles MI
10K · 5K · 1 Mile
31–43°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
32–49°F
rain
2024
32–41°F
dry
2023
26–34°F
rain
2022
32–51°F
dry
2021
24–32°F
dry
2020
37–47°F
dry
2019
32–51°F
rain
2018
28–37°F
rain
2017
27–44°F
dry
2016
37–43°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
31°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
For more than 44 years, the Niles-Buchanan YMCA Thanksgiving Day Run has been a cherished tradition, uniting our community for a morning of fun, fitness, and philanthropy in support of the YMCA’s Annual Campaign.
Each year, over 2,700 participants lace up their shoes, gather their families, and head out to create lasting memories. Whether they're racing to beat "Tom the Turkey" or simply getting a head start on those holiday calories, the true spirit of the day is about coming together in gratitude with family, friends, and neighbors.
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