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Kick off Thanksgiving with a new family tradition at Utah’s Largest Turkey Trot, Runtastic THANKFUL!
Date & Location
Start Time
Half: 7:45 am
10K: 8:00 am
5K: 8:20 am
Kid's Run: 10:30 am
Current Pricing
Half: $119.95
10K: $59.95
5K: $49.95
Kid's Run: $17.95
Gather your loved ones to run a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or Kid’s 1/2 Mile Run along the scenic Jordan River Trail.
Every runner scores a Runtastic THANKFUL long-sleeve race shirt, epic finisher medal, stickers, swag from local vendors, and free event photos to capture every moment. Plus, winners in each race will earn a gold, silver, or bronze medal (and some other goodies) to brag about at dinner!
Post-race, treat yourself to hot chocolate, pumpkin pie, and other delicious treats at the finish line—perfect before diving into your Thanksgiving feast!
Don’t wait—register now before the races sell out!
REGISTER FOR THANKFUL
Finisher Medal
Finisher Shirt
Award Medals
Registration CLOSES the day of the race (space permitting), 1 hour before the start of each race. You can pick-up your race packet the morning of the race at the blue Runtastic Information tent for $20.
REGISTER for THANKFUL
FRIENDS & FAMILY DISCOUNT
Save $2.50 per runner when you register 4 or more people in the same transaction.
TRANSFER & DEFER
Need to transfer or defer your race? Get the details and deadlines here — TRANSFER & DEFERRAL POLICY.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 26 from 11 AM to 7 PM
WHERE: Show Barn at Thanksgiving Point at 2975 Thanksgiving Way in Lehi, Utah
All runners must pick up their race packet before the race at the Race Expo. Your packet includes your race bag, bib number, shirt, and swag from our sponsors/vendors. Please bring a photo ID to pick up your packet. If you cannot make it, you can have someone else pick up your packet with a copy of your photo ID.
AVOID THE FEE — PICK UP YOUR PACKET AT THE RACE EXPO!
We strongly encourage all runners to pick up their race packet on Wednesday to skip the $20 LATE FEE (cash or card accepted). Race morning pickup is only available as a last resort. If needed, you can pick up your bib and packet up to 60 minutes before your race at the blue Runtastic Information Tent by the finish line. Race shirts can be picked up from the same location after your race and are subject to availability.
PARKING
There are several free parking lots for participants and spectators close to the start/finish line at 2912 Executive Pkwy in Lehi, Utah.
RACE STARTS & AWARD QUALIFICATIONS
All races start west of the finish line and the UVU Thanksgiving Point building on Executive Pkwy HERE.
HALF MARATHON
START: 7:45 AM
Participants must start within 10 minutes of the official race start time to qualify for Age Group awards, which are based on chip time. If a participant starts after this 10-minute window, their official time will be based on gun time.
10K
START: 8:00 AM
Participants must start within 5 minutes of the official race start time to qualify for Age Group awards, which are based on chip time. If a participant starts after this 5-minute window, their official time will be based on gun time.
5K
START: 8:20 AM
Participants must start within 5 minutes of the official race start time to qualify for Age Group awards, which are based on chip time. If a participant starts after this 5-minute window, their official time will be based on gun time.
KIDS RUN
START: 10:30 AM
Redmond Re-Lyte, water, porta-potties, and a first aid kit will be available at each station. Look for Redmond Re-Lyte on the first table and water on the second.
There are six aid stations throughout the course:
| Aid Station A | Mile 1.9 | Mile 3.6 | Mile 1.9 | Water, Re-Lyte |
| Aid Station B | Mile 3.6 | Water, Re-Lyte, GU | ||
| Aid Station C | Mile 5.1 | Water, Re-Lyte | ||
| Aid Station D | Mile 6.8 | Water, Re-Lyte, GU | ||
| Aid Station E | Mile 8.8 | Water, Re-Lyte | ||
| Aid Station F | Mile 10.5 | Water, Re-Lyte, GU |
*GU will be available on the Half Marathon course at the Aid Station B at Mile 3.6, Aid Station D at Mile 6.8, and Aid Station F at Mile 10.5.
RACE PHOTOS
Share all the fun miles with race day photos! All Runtastic races include FREE photos for all the post-race bragging.
Look for our photographers at the start line, along the course, at the finish line, photo backdrops in the finish line area, and at the awards stage. Make sure your bib number is visible to search for your photos online.
DOWNLOAD YOUR PHOTOS HERE after the race. Remember to tag us in your post-race recap!
BIBS & TIMING BY The Race Time
Race Joy will be enabled for all Runtastic THANKFUL races. Get updates along the course and let your loved ones know exactly where you are along the course. Check out the RaceJoy website for more information.
The THANKFUL Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids Run will be professionally timed. Timing chips will be attached to the back of your bib number. For accurate results, please do not bend or wrinkle your race bib.
The Top Three Overall Male and Female finishers will be determined by gun time (regular timing). The Age Group awards will be determined by using Chip Time.
- GUN Time is the time elapsed from the sound of the gun to the finish line.
- CHIP Time is the real time from when the runner crosses the starting line to crossing the finish line.
Check out all RACE RESULTS and COURSE RECORDS to see if you made the Top 10 Leaderboard! (If you are checking Results during the race, select the current from the dropdown menu.)
Results are available in the following ways:
- On the screen at the gray “Results” Trailer
- Printed personal results at the gray “Results” Trailer
- Online at RACE RESULTS (If you are checking Results during the race, select the current year from the dropdown menu.)
NOTE: If you alter or damage your chip, your time may not be read correctly. Wear your bib on the outermost layer of clothing and on the front of your body.
LIVE TRACKING + COURSE INFO WITH RACEJOY
Want cheers, updates, and a heads-up on turns and aid stations? Download the RaceJoy app and run smarter, not harder.
Your friends can follow you, send cheers, and know right where you are on the course.
Everyone who wants to be tracked needs the app!
Download on Apple or Google Play
RUN WITH THE RYR PACERS
The Run Your Race (RYR) Pacers will be pacing the Half Marathon runners to help them achieve a new PR!
To run with a pace group, look for the pacer holding up a sign with the finishing time you want to achieve on it. The overall time listed will get faster as you get closer to the starting line. Please find your pacer and line up behind them to ensure you will start and be around other runners with a similar pace.
TIME SLOTS
- 1 hr 40 min
- 1 hr 45 min
- 1 hr 50 min
- 1 hr 55 min
- 2 hr 0 min
- 2 hr 10 min
- 2 hr 20 min
- 2 hr 30 min
- 2 hr 40 min
- 3 hr 15 min (sweeper)
Spectator Area
Here’s some tips on the best spots to cheer on your family and friends!
10K, 5K, & Kid’s Run:
- Finish Line only
Half Marathon:
- Mile 2.4 – Thanksgiving Point Trail Head Park off of Cottonwood Dr, Lehi
- Mile 5.2 – 300 N & Willow Haven Ave
- Mile 6.5 – Riverway & Waterway Rd.
- Mile 8.8 – Willow Park & Jordan River Pkwy
- Mile 11.7 – Thanksgiving Point Trail Head Park off of Cottonwood Dr, Lehi
These viewing areas allow you to drive and park without interfering with the runners or course. Please do not park along the runner’s path.
The finish line is at Thanksgiving Point (behind the UVU building) at 2912 Executive Pkwy, Lehi, Utah.
Enjoy all of this at the Finish Line Corral & Celebration Area:
- Festive Finisher Medals
- Live Music & Good Vibes
- Post-Race Food & Drinks: Redmond Re-Lyte, Water, & Chocolate Milk
- Special Thanksgiving Food: Pumpkin Pie, Rolls/Butter, Fruit
- PR Bell Ready to Ring
- Multiple Photo Opportunities
- Runtastic Photographers Throughout the Event
- Instant Finisher Results
- Overall Award Presentations and Prizes for All 4 Races
- Age Group Award Presentations for the Half, 10K, and 5K races
- Sponsor & Vendor Products/Swag/Deals at Booths & Trucks
FINISH LINE SPONSORS & VENDORS
POST-RACE RECOVERY:
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- BRONZE SPONSOR Sweathouz
- BRONZE SPONSOR VASA Fitness
- Salt. Hydration & Wellness
- Athlecare
POST-RACE FUEL:
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- BRONZE SPONSOR E3 Energy Cubes
- HYDRATION SPONSOR Redmond Re-Lyte
- Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck
CELEBRATION:
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- FACE PAINTING by Cyndi
TOP 3 OVERALL AWARDS
The Top Three Overall Male and Female winners of the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K, and Kids Run races will receive a gold, silver, or bronze medal on the awards stage at the designated time. Winners of the Half, 10K, and 5K races will also receive an award certificate that includes a FREE entry to compete in the same race distance the following year. Plus the prizes below!
OVERALL PRIZES
1st Place: Runtastic Red Velvet Cake, Award Certificate, and an Annual Pass from Thanksgiving Point
2nd Place: Pumpkin Pie, Award Certificate, and Day Pass from Thanksgiving Point
3rd Place: Caramel Apple, Award Certificate, and a Luminaria from Thanksgiving Point
AGE GROUP AWARDS
The Top Three Overall Male and Female finishers in their Age Group of the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K races will be awarded gold, silver, or bronze medals on the awards stage at the designated time.
Check out all RESULTS and COURSE RECORDS to see if you made the Top 10 Leaderboard! (If you are checking Results during the race, select the current year from the dropdown menu.)
AWARD CEREMONIES
Meet us on the awards stage to receive your medals, prizes, and certificates!
5K OVERALL: 8:50 AM
10K OVERALL: 8:55 AM
5K Age Group: 9:00 AM
HALF OVERALL: 9:45 AM
10K Age Group: 9:50 AM
HALF Age Group: 10:30 AM
KID’S OVERALL: 11:10 AM
BEAT THE COURSE RECORD & WIN $100!*
HALF MARATHON
1:16:29 – Half Marathon Female Record / Set by Jessica Smith (2021)
1:07:08 – Half Marathon Male Record / Set by Taylor Knight (2024)
10K RACE
38:16 – 10K Female Record / Set by Abby Call (2024)
31:29 – 10K Male Record / Set by Jake Heslington (2021)
5K RACE
17:36 – 5K Female Record / Set by Madeline Francis (2024)
15:20 – 5K Male Record / Set by Zachary Ericksen (2020)
*Course Records are determined by Gun Time.
Time Limit
The courses are supported for 3:15 hours until 11:00 AM. Police, directional cones, porta-potties, and Aid Station support will not be available this time. Runners must be able to average a pace of 15 minutes per mile in the Half Marathon to participate. If you feel you will be unable to finish the Half Marathon course in the allotted time, we ask that you switch to participating in the 5K or 10K races instead. Transfer race distance or defer