Fast before the Feast
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Event overview
Fast Before The Feast is a Thanksgiving Turkey Trot held Thursday, November 27, 2025, at White Bear Lake County Park in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. The event offers timed 10K and 5K runs plus a Turkey Dash. A portion of race proceeds is donated to local hunger-relief programs. Free professional race photography and free parking with overflow options are provided. Race-day packet pickup is the only packet option; no advance pickup is available.
Race details
- 10K - 6.2 mile run
- 5K - 3.1 mile run
- Turkey Dash - 0.5 mile run
Race packets include a race bib, timing chip, finisher medal, and an event T-shirt if that option was selected. The course is described as scenic and is located at White Bear Lake County Park near the Minneapolis–St. Paul area. Strollers and leashed dogs are allowed on the course. Awards are given to the top overall male and female athletes and to the top three male and female finishers in each age group; Turkey Dash participants receive finisher medals but no place awards. Results are provided after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
