Participants in Turkey Day 5K - Highlands Ranch race wearing turkey hats, running on a snowy trail, some with dogs, and a child in a stroller.

TD5K—A Turkey Day Tradition!

Start Your Turkey Day with Gratitude, Community & a Side of Pancakes!

Lace up and start your Thanksgiving Day with gratitude, community and a side of pancakes. TD5K is held each Thanksgiving morning in Highlands Ranch, this gobble-worthy gathering brings together runners, walkers, and wobblers to kick off the holiday with heart, humor, and heaps of gratitude.

The race starts and finishes near Canvas Credit Union Stadium at Highlands Ranch (aka Shea Stadium) in Colorado and welcoming a 5K course that is perfect for participants of all paces. Bring the whole flock—strollers and friendly pups are invited too! Whether you're chasing a new PR or just soaking in the morning with friends and family, this event is all about moving together before the big feast.

After crossing the finish line, follow your nose to our post-race pancake breakfast, where a suggested $10 donation helps support the Douglas County Fallen Officer Fund—a chance to give thanks by giving back to local families of fallen law enforcement heroes.

And for our 21+ turkeys, the celebration continues in the beer garden, where you can raise a cup and toast to a well-earned brew before heading home to your Thanksgiving feast.

Rain, snow, or shine—we wobble and gobble!
Race registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.

People participating in a Turkey Day 5K - Highlands Ranch - race dressed in turkey and turkey leg costumes, with trees and snow in the background.
People participating in Turkey Day 5K - Highlands Ranch, wearing turkey hats and running outdoors on a snowy trail with dogs and a stroller.
People participating in Turkey Day 5K - Highlands Ranch, with snow on the ground and some wearing costumes, including a person in a reindeer costume leading the group.
Group of five people smiling and wearing turkey hats with red, yellow, and orange feathers at the Turkey Day 5K - Highlands Ranch, holding drinks, wearing race bibs, and dressed in blue athletic gear.