Thanksgiving 5K Race in Alexandria, MN
November 26 | 8:00 a.m.
Join over 300 community members for our favorite holiday tradition! Whether you are an experienced runner chasing a personal record or walking with your family and stroller, everyone is welcome at the Alexandria Area YMCA on Thanksgiving morning.
Registration is open! — $30 per racer.
Race Day Details
- Date: Thanksgiving Day — Thursday, November 26
- Race Start: 8:00 a.m.
- Location: Alexandria Area YMCA (110 Karl Drive, Alexandria, MN)
- Who Can Join: Open to both YMCA members and non-members
- Registration Fee: $30 per participant
Awards
We will award medals to the top 3 finishers in three groups:
- Women's
- Men's
- Youth Male (Ages 15 and under)
- Youth Female (Ages 15 and under)
Race Route
The 3.1-mile loop starts and finishes right at the Alexandria Area YMCA.
Free Racer Shirt
Sign up early and get an official race shirt included with your registration.
Shirt Deadline: Sign up by Thursday, November 12 at 11:59 p.m. to guarantee your shirt size. Registrations after this date will not include a shirt.
Yes! Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome.
Yes! Strollers are welcome on the course.
Yes! Walkers of all paces are welcome. Please start toward the back of the crowd so runners can move ahead safely.
We run in rain, snow, or shine. If extreme weather forces us to cancel for safety, all participants will get a full refund.
Park for free in the Alexandria Area YMCA parking lot.
The building opens at 7:00 a.m. for race check-in, packet pickup, restrooms, and indoor warm-ups. The rest of the gym and pools will stay closed for the holiday.
