Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run

NOV
26
2026
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a run or walk at Ward Parkway in Kansas City. Participants enjoy a variety of distances and receive a long-sleeve thermal shirt and a dessert pie at the finish line.
Thu 26 Nov 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run takes place in Kansas City, Missouri. This holiday event offers several distances and participation methods for athletes, including running and walking options. The gathering point is located at 8600 Ward Parkway.

Participants can choose from the following events:

  • 10k run
  • 5k run
  • 1-mile downhill run
  • 1-mile walk
  • 200m Tiny Turkey Trot for children aged 12 and under

Participants receive a long-sleeve thermal shirt and a six-inch pie, which serves as the finisher medal. Those who prefer a traditional metal finisher medal have the option to purchase one during the registration process. The event also provides complimentary photographs for all registered participants.

Registration for these events opens approximately one year in advance. The course is situated within the Ward Parkway area, utilizing the local road infrastructure for the various race distances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k
5 km
Downhill Mile Run
1 Mile Walk
Tiny Turkey Trot (kids 12 and Under)
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