Birdie Derby 5k/10k Run/Walk

Birdie Derby 5k/10k Run/Walk

Join us for Madison’s favorite Thanksgiving tradition — the Birdie Derby 10K Run & 5K Run/Walk! Experience the premier Thanksgiving Day race, known for its energy, community spirit, and top-notch race day experience.

What Your Registration Includes

• Official Race Bib:
• Birdie Derby Long-Sleeved Shirt OR Lightweight tech hoodie:
• Knit hat:
• KWIK TRIP GLAZER:
• Food and Drinks: Chocolate milk, banana, water
• Yahara Chocolate:
• Birdie Derby Village: unlike any other (fun for all)
• Free Oasis Cafe: coffee and hot chocolate before and after the race
• Free Race Photos:
• Professional Race Timing: by Sportstats on an accurately measured course

Kids Dash

If you have a little one (2-6), they can participate in the Kids Dash, a great way to start the day! It is free with a paid adult registration.

Virtual Registration

Can't make it on race day, and you don’t want to miss out on the tradition? Sign up for the virtual Birdie Derby!

What Your Virtual Registration Includes

• Shirt: Birdie Derby Long-Sleeved Shirt (OR crewneck upgrade)
• Winter hat:
• Packet Mailing: Your race packet will be mailed the Tuesday after Thanksgiving to the address submitted during registration.
• Address Updates: To update your address, please log in to your RunSignup account.

Any changes to registrations must be completed before Monday, November 23, 2026. No changes from in-person to virtual are accepted after this time.

Charity Information

Did you know that the Birdie Derby is the ONLY Thanksgiving race that donates 100% of proceeds? The Birdie Derby supports Active Youth Wisconsin (formerly Tri 4 Schools), a local organization creating accessible opportunities for kids to be active. Your participation funds financial aid for kids to receive shoes, bikes, swim lessons, and more, so they can participate in events and programs that help them recognize the mental and physical benefits of regular movement. Together, we're building a stronger, healthier community! Learn more about Active Youth Wisconsin here.

Race Details

Race website: runsignup.com/Race/WI/Fitchburg/birdiederby

Race Location:
Fitchburg Business Park
5200 Research Park Dr, Fitchburg, WI

Pre-Race Packet Pickup Schedule

November 24 - 12pm – 7pm
November 25 - 7am – 2pm

Location: Perennial Yoga, 5500 E Cheryl Pkwy Suite 101, Fitchburg, WI 53711

Thanksgiving Day Race Schedule

• 8:00 am: Kids Dash
• 8:30 am: 10K Run Start
• 8:50 am: 5K Run Start
• 9:00 am: 5K Walk Start