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44th Annual Kirkwood Webster Turkey Day Run 2026

Date
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Start time
7:30 AM start (Chicago)
Entry fee
From $25 · goes up to $30 on Nov 21, 2026
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
3 Mile In Person5KNov 26, 20267:30 AM$25$30 after Nov 21, 2026–
6 Mile In Person10KNov 26, 20268:10 AM$25$30 after Nov 21, 2026–
3 Mile Virtual RaceVirtual5KNov 26, 20267:30 AM$25–
6 Mile Virtual RaceVirtual10KNov 26, 20268:10 AM$25–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

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The 5K fee goes up to $30 on Nov 21, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • $25 until Nov 21, then $30 until Nov 26, then $35 until Nov 27.

Online registration closes Nov 27, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $25, entry is about 40 percent below a typical 10K in Missouri, which costs $42 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 10K in Missouri runs 1:03:56, about 10:17 a mile, based on 58 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:08:41 and men in 57:55.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:55 AM, and the 3 Mile In Person starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 630 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

Kirkwood Farmer's Market, Kirkwood, MO 63122

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

Typical race-day weather

Around November 26 the day usually runs from 35°F at dawn to 51°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 22°F and hot years reach 60°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of 44th Annual Kirkwood Webster Turkey Day Run cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Packet Pick-up

Pick-up your packet at the following times and locations: Packet Pick-up begins Monday November 10th! Kirkwood Community Center. Monday: 9am - 7pm. Tuesday - Friday: 9am - 5pm. Saturday & Sunday: 10am - 5pm. Webster Recreation Complex…

Course

Race Course

Due to construction of the Kirkwood Amtrak Station this year's course has been modified. The start line is located at the corner of Adams and Taylor, while the finish will be in front of the Kirkwood library.

Race Course, from the 44th Annual Kirkwood Webster Turkey Day Run page

Rules and FAQ

FAQ

IN-PERSON FAQ. Q: When does Packet Pick-up begin? A: Monday, November 10th! Q: Where do I get my packet? A: One of two locations: Kirkwood Community Center: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm and Saturday 9-Noon (open late 11/22-24 until 7:30pm) OR. Webster…

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Race details

Where
Kirkwood Farmer's Market, Kirkwood, MO 63122Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 630 feet
Results posted by the race
In-Person Results, Virtual Results
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K, 10K
Editions
2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025), 2024 (Nov 28, 2024), 2023 (Nov 23, 2023), 2022 (Nov 24, 2022), 2021 (Nov 25, 2021)

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Quick answers

When is 44th Annual Kirkwood Webster Turkey Day Run?
Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $25 before processing fees, and rises to $30 on Nov 21, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Nov 27, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Missouri?
At $25, entry is about 40 percent below a typical 10K in Missouri, which costs $42 right now.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?
Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?
5K, 10K.
Where does it start?
Kirkwood Farmer's Market, Kirkwood, MO 63122.

From the organizers

The tradition lives on! The St. Louis region's largest and oldest Thanksgiving Day run gets set for its 44th annual edition. Choose between the 3-mile and 6-mile races. Run in-person or virtually!

Downtown Kirkwood is where it's all happening. The 3-mile begins at 7:30 AM while the 6-mile begins at 8:10 AM.