Boone FLEXgivin' 5K
Boone FLEXgivin' 5K is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Boone, IA, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (90 days to go)
- Location
- 608 Carroll St, Boone, IA
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Kick off your Thanksgiving with one of Boone's favorite traditions!
Join us on Thanksgiving morning for the Boone FLEXgivin' 5K—a fun, family-friendly walk/run that's all about movement, community, and gratitude. Whether you're chasing a personal best, strolling with family, or earning your second helping of pie, everyone is welcome.
Registration includes a commemorative event T-shirt.
Register by November 10 to guarantee your shirt.
Event Details
When: Thanksgiving Morning | 8:00 AM
Where: Boone FLEX (608 Carroll St., Boone, IA)
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
Course: Self-timed on a mostly flat route
Prepare for the FLEXgivin’ 5K
New to running or ready to get back into it? Our 12-week 5K training program begins September 1 and is designed to help you build up gradually and feel confident on race day.
The program will include a structured training plan, group support, and special sessions covering training, running shoes, nutrition, and recovery. Participate for FREE when you register for the FLEXgivin’ 5K.
Give Back
Participants are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to support IMPACT's food pantry. Together, we can make a difference while celebrating the season of gratitude.
Gather your family, invite your friends, and make the Boone FLEXgivin' 5K part of your Thanksgiving tradition. We can't wait to see you at the starting line!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
42°
Typical Low
23°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Boone, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Boone, IA
Population
12,445
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,130 ft
Nearest Airport
FOD
Fort Dodge Regional Airport · 37 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Boone FLEXgivin' 5K
Nov 26, 2026