Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- Timed 5K Run · Non-Timed 2K Walk
From the Organizer
All NEW holiday tradition in Crown Point! Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26th, 8 am in Crown Point.
Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk | Hometown Happenings
Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 26th, 8 am (6:45 am sign-in)
Leaving from Lake Co. Fairgrounds
"As God as my witness, I thought turkeys could fly!" ~ WKRP
Your entry fee includes:
Finisher Medals for First 500 to sign up!
Chip timed 5K & non-timed 5K/2K
Donuts & live music afterwards!
Best Costume Contests
Supports local food pantries.
Timeline:
6:45 am - Sign in/Check in.
7:15 am - Live music.
7:30 am - Costume Contest & National Anthem.
8:00 am - 5K race starts
8:05 am - 2K starts
9:00ish - First 5K medals & Race Award medals presented.
COST: Timed 5K & Non-Timed adults: $30. Kids 3-12: $20. Under 3 are free. Shirts extra $16 are available thru Nov. 16th.
Early Packet Pickup:
Tuesday, Nov. 24th, 5-6 pm, Methodist Church at 352 S. Main
Wednesday, Nov. 25th, 5-7pm in the Industrial Bldg at the Fairgrounds.
Race Day Pickup: 6:45 - 7:45 am before the event.
Course: Flat & Fast 5K course on Crown Point streets! 2K course stays inside the park
Suggested Time Limit: 1 hour (19 min pace) for the 5K. This helps us to not tie up the roads for too long. If your pace is slower than 19 minutes, please consider moving to the 2K option.
Are dogs & strollers allowed? Dogs are allowed on the course but not in the building. Dogs should be current on their shots, on non-retractable leashes, be friendly to other dogs & people, and should be watched at all times.
Strollers are permitted but please watch for other runners
Race Awards: Top Overall Male & Female. Top Masters Male & Female. Top 3 Male & Female in each age group: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Please Note: No refunds will be given due to weather or for any other reason. You also cannot transfer your registration after November 1st. If you do not pick up your shirt at the event, unclaimed shirts will be sold after run.
Questions? Email us at tfealy@sbcglobal.net
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
44°
Typical Low
26°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lowell, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Crown Point, IN
Population
34,042
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
GYY
Gary/Chicago International Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk?
- Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk is a running race held in Crown Point, Indiana on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Crown Point, Indiana at Lake Co. Fairgrounds, Crown Point, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Flying Turkey 5K/2K Run/Walk
Nov 26, 2026