Parker Parks and Recreation Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 17301 E Lincoln Ave., Parker, CO
- Distance
- 5K
From the Organizer
Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk
with RNK Running & Walking
The tradition continues! Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with family and friends while getting a workout.
Date: Nov. 26, 2026
Time: 8-8:15 a.m., (waves based on pace)
Location: Start and Finish at Parker Recreation Center, 17301 E. Lincoln Ave. Note: some mapping applications may route users to a different location. Please be sure to check the address and name of location to ensure you arrive to the correct event location.
Standard 5K Cost: $38* (plus registration fee)
*Register early, price increases on November 12. Event-day registration is available for an additional fee if space remains.
NEW! Groups of 4 or more who register in the same transaction will receive 10% off race entry.
Part of the Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series, the family-friendly Turkey Day 5K is a laid-back trot that starts and finishes at the Parker Recreation Center. This event is not officially timed. Registrants will receive a FREE commemorative shirt (register by November 12 to guarantee shirt), a Finisher Medal (Must opt-in during registration by Nov 12), a souvenir race bib and hot cocoa, cider or coffee. Event participants can purchase previous year commemorative swag: race socks, scarf, beanie and/or gloves for a fee as add-ons during registration.
Strollers are welcome but because of the size of the event and for safety reasons, please leave dogs, bikes and scooters at home. The event is held rain, snow or shine; Refunds will NOT be issued.
Any proceeds from the event will benefit the Town of Parker Scholarship Program, which helps Parker families and/or individuals with limited financial resources participate in Town Recreation programs and facilities.
Packet Pickup: Monday Nov. 23 to Wednesday Nov. 25 at RNK Running and Walking. Event day, pick up will begin at 7 a.m. at the Parker Recreation Center.
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
51°
Typical Low
19°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Parker, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Parker, CO
Population
60,115
as of 2023
Elevation
5,941 ft
Nearest Airport
DEN
Denver International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Parker Parks and Recreation Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 17301 E Lincoln Ave., Parker, CO
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Parker Parks and Recreation Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk?
- Parker Parks and Recreation Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk is a running race held in Parker, Colorado 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 Parker Parks and Recreation Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Parker, Colorado at 17301 E Lincoln Ave., Parker, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Parker Parks and Recreation Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Parker Parks and Recreation Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk
Nov 26, 2026