
From the Organizer
Start your Thanksgiving Day off with a 5k run. The STMA boys and girls cross country teams will be hosting this 5k race at the Central Park in Albertville. Proceeds from the race will be used to help support the teams.
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
35°
Typical Low
19°
Chance of Rain
19%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elk Rvr, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
21,358
as of 2023
Elevation
960 ft
Nearest Airport
STC
Saint Cloud Regional Airport · 28 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 33 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at STMA Turkey Day 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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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)
STMA Turkey Day 5k
Nov 26, 2026