The race takes place every Thanksgiving morning. The Kids Run begins at 9:00 AM and the 5K, 10K, and half marathon all begin at 9:15 AM.

The event takes place at Heartland Church, located at 2505 Lexington Springmill Rd S, Lexington/Mansfield, OH 44904

Both the start line and finish line are located on the historic B&O Railway Trail directly behind Heartland Church.

Yes, proceeds benefit Heartland Church's benevolence fund to help feed over 125 local seniors

In-person distances include the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Kids Fun Run. Virtual options are also available for each distance

The Kids Fun Run begins at 9:00 AM EST

The Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K all start at 9:15 AM EST

In short, no. But please keep in mind that the race organizers have family that they would like to spend Thanksgiving with as well. If your half marathon pace will keep you out on the trail until after noon (2 hrs, 45 min finishing time), then please consider dropping down to the 10K for this one.

Yes, walkers are welcome across the 5K, 10K, and Kids events

Registration policies follow standard non-refundable registration rules; optional race protection/insurance can be purchased at checkout. In the event that you cannot make the event, your registration can be transferred to another USA Race Timing Signature Event, or deferred to the same event for the following year.

Registration prices tier up over time. Early bird rates increase on August 31, September 30, October 31, and November 15.

Yes, race-day registration is available during morning packet pickup, starting at 8:15 AM (subject to event capacity)

Participant transfers can be requested through your personal RunSignup user account prior to the race deadline.

Packet pickup begins at 8:15 AM on Thanksgiving morning inside Heartland Church at 2505 Lexington Springmill Rd S. 

Yes, provided they have your full name. 

Parking is available in the event area around Heartland Church.

It is recommended to arrive by 8:15 AM – 8:30 AM to allow adequate time for parking, packet pickup, using the restroom, and warming up.

Swag options include custom race T-shirts, holiday hats, or tutus.

If you select a hat or tutu as your giveaway option, you choose your style/color during packet pickup

Yes, additional items can be purchased during online checkout in the RunSignup Store. Those items can also be purchased after race registration by clicking on the Store tab of the RunSignup race website.

There are two Kids Fun Run tiers: a With Swag option (long-sleeve shirt/hat/tutu, medal, bib) and a No Swag option. All Kids Fun Run participants will receive a small pie at the end of their race.

Yes, All finishers receive event commemorative swag/medals

The course primarily utilizes the mainly flat and paved B&O Railway Trail behind Heartland Church

Yes, detailed MapMyRun and Google Map course links for the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Kids Fun Run are posted on the official pages. 

Yes, strollers are permitted on the course, but please line up toward the back of the starting pack for safety.

We LOVE dogs but unfortunately due to the size of this race we cannot allow dogs on course. However, dogs are 100% welcome to hang out at the start/finish line and give you tons of love once you cross the finish line! 

Yes, all adult race distances are chip-timed by USA Race Timing

Your bib must be pinned visibly on the front of your chest or torso to ensure the timing sensors record your start and finish properly.

Results are posted online within 5 minutes of finishing via the RunSignup and USA Race Timing result portals

Archived results (2022 and earlier, as well as 2023 onward) are accessible on the RunSignup event navigation menu

You can submit a inquiry directly to the timing team using the "Contact Us" link on the RunSignup page.

The only award is the finisher's medal given to all finishers of all race distances.

No, but traditional age-group category awards are shown online in standard 5-year age groups ranging from 9 and under to 90 and up.

Yes, Kids Fun Run registrants opting for swag receive finisher bibs and medals. All Kids Fun Run finishers get a personal-sized pie at the finish line.

Yes, Virtual 5K, Virtual 10K, and Virtual Half Marathon options are available

Virtual participants can log their completion time directly through their RunSignup user profile

Virtual race packages and swag are mailed directly to the shipping address provided during checkout

Virtual runs can be completed anytime during Thanksgiving week and results can be submitted anytime through New Years Eve.

The event takes place rain, snow, or shine

The start may be delayed or adjusted in the event of dangerous conditions such as lightning or a level 2 snow emergency declared by the county sheriff.

Volunteer positions can be selected by clicking the "Volunteer" tab on the main page of the RunSignup website.

Yes, facilities are accessible around Heartland Church on race morning

You can use the "Contact Us" form on the RunSignup page or email events.usaracetiming@gmail.com with your questions!

Headphones/iPod/mp3 devices are allowed, though are strongly not recommended. It is the participant’s responsibility to make sure that they do not impair their ability to hear and detect present or potential hazards and dangers as well as verbal instructions from course marshals. A GREAT alternative to this is to use a pair of bone-conduction headphones; they give the best of both worlds!

Yes, there are water stations at the turnaround points for each of the races (5k turnaround, 10k turnaround, and half marathon turnaround)

Unfortunately, a gear check is not offered for this race.