Registration is Open for 11th Annual Frisco Turkey Day 5k

Registration is open for the 11th Annual Frisco Turkey Day 5k, being held on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28, 2024, at 9:30 am. Frisco’s Turkey Day 5k, presented by The Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute, is open to all ages and historically draws over 1,000 costume-clad participants.

The Course & Street Closures

The race begins and ends at the old Frisco Community Center at 110 3rd Avenue near the intersection of 3rd Avenue and Granite Street and will take place rain, snow, or shine, on Town of Frisco and County side streets, as well as on the Summit County Recreation Path. Streets will remain open during the race, but these streets generally see less traffic, and there will be marshals on course to assist runners. The route includes: 

• South 3rd Avenue (closed to vehicles between Granite and Teller Streets from 6:00 am – noon)
• Pitkin Street
• Stellar Jay Road, Siskin Lane, and County Rd 1000 (outside of Frisco Town limits)
• South 7th Avenue 
• Temple Trail, which is also part of the Summit County Recreation Path system
• 2nd Avenue, before returning to Pitkin Street

The Town is encouraging motorists to drive extra cautiously if they cannot avoid these areas between 9:30 am and 11:00 am on Thanksgiving Day.

Weather & Conditions

Portions of the course will potentially include surfaces with packed snow and/or ice, and the event will take place snow or shine.Leashed dogs and strollers are welcome, but snow on the route may make pushing a stroller challenging. Participants should dress in layers and be prepared for winter running conditions.

Registration & Packet Pickup

Pre-registration Online Through November 26 at 12:00 pm

• Pre-registration is highly encouraged and will close at noon on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, as the event is likely to sell out.
• Participants may register online by clicking the button below.
• Registration fees are $30 for adults (18+), $15 for youth (6-17 years old), and free for kids ages five and under.  

Onsite Registration May be Available on November 27 and 28

If the event has not sold out, onsite registration will be available, from 3:00 pm-7:00 pm on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 and from 8:00 am-9:00 am on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at the old Community Center at 110 S. 3rd Avenue.

Packet Pickup

Runners are encouraged to pick up their packet the afternoon/evening before on Wednesday, November 27 from 3:00 pm-7:00 pm, and packet pick up will also be available from 8:00 am-9:00 am on Thursday, November 28 at the old Community Center. Runners will receive their race bib and commemorative Turkey Day 5k beanie at that time. All participants must complete a waiver to receive their racer packet. Anyone picking up someone else’s bib in addition to theirs, must also have them fill out and sign the online waiver in order to be able to pick up their bib.

Post-Race Party

The post–race party will be held at the finish line near the old Community Center at 110 S. 3rd Avenue and will feature sweet treats from Butterhorn Bakery, mini pies from Saved by the Wine, coffee and cocoa, as well as a chance to win prizes.

Non-Profit Love

A portion of the proceeds will benefit Frisco Elementary’s S.T.E.M program. In 2023, this event raised $6,775 for the S.T.E.M. program. All participants are also encouraged to make a non-perishable food donation at the event. Donations will benefit the Family & Intercultural Resource Center of Summit County. 

Volunteers Needed

The Turkey Day 5k needs many volunteers to assist with day of registration and course marshaling. Volunteers may sign up by visiting FriscoTurkey5k.com. Questions about this event should be emailed to RecreationEvents@TownofFrisco.com.