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Celebrate Turkey Day with a 5k or 5-mile Race!
By Product Expert | Posted in Community on Friday, October 19th, 2018 at 8:30 am
When we think of November, Thanksgiving and men with beards are two of the first things that come to mind. However, this month is also a great time to put on your running shoes and hit the pavement for a great cause. There are many 5k races in our city this November, including several Austin Turkey Trots on Thanksgiving 2018. Find your race and hit the ground running before loading up on turkey and deliciousness.
Austin Turkey Trots on Thanksgiving 2018
All of the races below will take place on Thanksgiving 2018 (Thursday, November 22).
ThunderCloud Subs Turkey Trot
Festivities run from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and take place at the Long Center for the Performing Arts. Race options include a timed or un-timed 5-mile run, a 1-mile walk, or a Kids K. Cost for the 5-mile (NOTE: NOT A 5K) will be $32-$43 depending on when you register
Charity: Caritas of Austin
Steiner Ranch 2018 Turkey Trot
Held at Town Square Park from 8-10 a.m., this event offers a 5k run and a Kids Fun Run. It will include music, snacks and fun! Tickets are just $10 and kids can fun for free.
Charity: American Red Cross
Round Rock Turkey Trot
This race will take place at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock TX (where we have one of our dealership locations!) and costs are just $15 per person. All paid participants will get a finisher medal. Kids can run for free but must be a paid participant to receive a medal. A donation of non-perishable items and toys will be accepted for the supported charities.
Charity: Round Rock Serving Center, Operation Blue Santa, Backpack Coalition
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Drippin’ with Thanks 5k and Family Fun Run
Taking place at the Highpointe Amenity Center, this 5k and Family Fun Run event is a great community builder that also goes to support a great cause. Festivities run from 8-11 a.m. Cost is $10, and additional donations are welcome to support local families in need.
Charity: Helping Hands of Dripping Springs
Pfeathered Pfun Run
Participants can choose between a 5k, 10k, or Little Trotters Kids’ K, with events and activities running starting at 8 a.m. in Pflugerville TX. Cost ranges from $40 to $55 for the normal race, with cheaper options available for children and even virtual runners.
Charity: Local Food Pantries
Cedar Park Turkey Day 5k
Races will run from 9-11 a.m. with snacks, fun and music to abound afterward. Cost will vary from $26-32 depending on when you register. Races will start at the Gupton Stadium in Cedar Park. This run also welcomes donations to the Cedar Park Park ‘n Rec and Cedar Park Blue Santa organizations.
