Turkey Tag 5K

NOV
21
2026
Enjoy the Turkey Tag 5K or 1 Mile at Crystal Lake Park in Cape Coral, a family friendly race where one lucky Turkey gets a head start and runners chase for medals and a limited edition shirt. All proceeds benefit PAL youth programs.
Sat 21 Nov 2026
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Turkey Tag 5K takes place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Crystal Lake Park, 4307 NW 36th St, Cape Coral, FL 33993. The event is organized by Apex Promoz, the Cape Coral Run Group, and the Cape Coral Police Athletic League (PAL). Distances offered:

  • 5K
  • 1 Mile

The entry fee listed is $27.50, with a price increase noted after May 31, 2026. Registration capacity showed 210 spots remaining for each event at the time of the listing.

Format, awards and logistics

The event includes a Turkey Tag challenge in which one participant will dress as the Turkey and receive a five-minute head start before other participants chase the Turkey toward the finish. The 5K is chip-timed. Awards include overall top three male and female finishers and top three male and female in each age group: 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Participants receive a custom finisher medal and a limited-edition race T-shirt. Packet pick-up is scheduled the day before the race and on race morning at Crystal Lake Park. Free parking is available at the park. Proceeds benefit PAL youth programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run/walk
1-Mile Fun Run/walk