
From the Organizer
The Say Grace Race is GraceMed’s signature fundraising event and is also Wichita’s largest local 5K race. The annual family-friendly event has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many in our community. We invite you to come out with family and friends to run, walk, or stroll through Midtown, one of Wichita’s most historic neighborhoods. Then enjoy all your holiday indulgences GUILT FREE! Participant perks include: CHIP timing, race t-shirt, finisher medal, unique awards for overall and age-group winners, team awards, fruit and water.
Packet Pick-Up
GraceMed Administration Building, 1150 N. Broadway
Monday, November 24 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday, November 25 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday, November 26 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
You may also pick-up your packet on the morning of the race on the east side of the 1122 N. Topeka St. building.
Packets will be available for pick-up from 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Online registration will close on 11/26 at noon. Same day registration will be available on-site the morning of the race until 9:00am. (Payment by card preferred)
Events
Weather
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
52°
Typical Low
31°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wichita Wx, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
396,488
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
ICT
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
TUL
Tulsa International Airport · 131 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Say Grace Thanksgiving Day 5K Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Say Grace Thanksgiving Day 5K Race
Nov 26, 2026