Thanksgiving Day 5K Run & Family Stroll

Thanksgiving Day 5K Run & Family Stroll takes place in Overland Park, Kansas, on November 26, 2026, on the Aspiria campus. The 5K (3.1 miles) starts at 9:00 a.m., and a family stroll runs alongside it for those who would rather walk. Proceeds go to local initiatives, including the Kansas City Sports Commission & Foundation and WIN for KC, which promote sports and major events in the region.

With a 5K and a stroll in the same event, you can bring the whole family: runners line up for the timed effort while walkers take the relaxed option. If you are racing, warm up for 10 minutes before the 9:00 a.m. start, run the first half mile under control, and build from there. Runners in a winter base phase can use it as a tempo session. First-timers can get ready with six to eight weeks of three runs per week, extending one run to 30 minutes. Late November in Kansas can be cold, so dress in layers you can remove once you are moving and keep something warm for after the finish.