Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5k · 10k · 1 Mile Walk & more
From the Organizer
Join us for the Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run in 2025. You can choose between a 5k, 10k, Downhill Mile Run, Mile Walk, and Kid's Tiny Turkey Trot. All Participants will receive:
Long Sleeve thermal shirt
6” Pie- your finisher medal*
Free photos
* Participants may purchase a traditional metal finisher medal when they register!
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
50°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kansas City Downtown Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kansas City, MO
Population
508,233
as of 2023
Elevation
754 ft
Nearest Airport
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 15 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
171
Days to train
- Race
- Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run?
- Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run is a running race held in Kansas City, Missouri 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 Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri at 8600 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run
Nov 26, 2026