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​THURSDAY
NOVEMBER 27

REGISTER NOW
THE 11TH ANNUAL EVENT IS

HERTZ ARENA @ 7:00AM
EVENT DETAILS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Where?  Hertz Arena: Estero, Florida
When?  National Anthem and Pre-Race Instructions start at 6:50am.  Race starts at 7:00am.

WHAT TO EXPECT
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Get ready for a Thanksgiving morning filled with fun and fitness at the Thanksgiving Day 5k Run and Walk at Hertz Arena in Estero! Whether you're a Southwest Florida resident or vacationer, this central location is the perfect spot to meet up with all your friends and family for a morning of exercise and celebration.
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Not only will you get your heart pumping with a professionally chip-timed 5k run or walk, but you'll also look and feel great in your complimentary dry-fit tech shirt and finisher medal. And don't worry, the post-race atmosphere is guaranteed to warm up your appetite for that delicious Thanksgiving feast. Enjoy music, refreshing drinks and a variety of snacks as you cheer on your friends and family, with free live runner tracking with the Elite Events Tracker App.

Don't miss out on this fun, family-friendly event, register today and make lasting memories with your loved ones!
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INCLUDED WITH ENTRY 
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PACKET PICK UP
Early Packet Pick Up
Tuesday 11/25 - 4:00-6:00PM 
FORT MYERS: Poke Fusion (Directions)

Wednesday 11/26 - 4:00-6:00PM 
NAPLES: Restore Hyper Wellness (Directions)
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*PLEASE DO NOT CALL RESTORE HYPER WELLNESS WITH QUESTIONS.  IF YOU STILL HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE USE THE LINK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WEBSITE OR EMAIL US AT [email protected].

No Race Day Packet Pick Up 
*There will be no regular Race Day Packet Pick Up.  All runners MUST pick up their packets at an early packet pick up. You can have someone else pick up your packet for you.  
​We will have Race Day Packet Pick Up available for EMERGENCIES ONLY!
(Example: Flat Tire on the way to Early Packet Pick Up etc.)

5:50-6:40AM
Hertz Arena
​(Directions)
TECH SHIRTS & COTTON TANKS
We recommend arriving early at the packet pick-up to secure your preferred shirt size and style, as they will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that shirt size selection during registration does not guarantee availability.
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TECH SHIRTS & COTTON TANKS
FINISHER MEDAL OR FINISHER BAG
You'll get to choose between a finisher medal or a finisher bag!
*Please note that depending on where you finish, both options may not be available.
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AWARDS
All runners will get to choose between a finisher medal or a finisher bag!
5K COURSE MAP
CLICK ON MAP FOR INTERACTIVE VERSION
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TURN BY TURN COURSE FLYOVER
COURSE RECORDS

​5K  COURSE  RECORDS


FEMALE

10 & Under 11-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75-79 80+

MALE

10 & Under 11-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-74 75-79 80+

OVERALL

Overall
TRACKING APP
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DIRECTIONS
HERTZ ARENA
11000 Everblades Parkway
Estero, FL 33928
​(Directions)

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PARKING
There is ample parking at Hertz Arena where the event starts and ends.
ATHLETE GUIDe
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ATHLETE GUIDE GETS RELEASED THE WEEK OF THE EVENT.

5K
STARTING AT

$49

FAMILY & GROUPS
STARTING AT

$46
At Elite Events, we pride ourselves not only on the exceptional quality of our finisher medals and race shirts, but also on our commitment to giving back to the community. Annually, we donate thousands of dollars to local school groups, making a tangible impact on the lives of our local students. By choosing to participate in one of our events, you are actively supporting our future generation. Your registration makes a difference!
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  • Events
    • Hollywood Beach Half Marathon & 5k - Jan >
      • January 17, 2026
    • Naples Distance Classic 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon >
      • February 7, 2026
    • Venice Half Marathon & 5k >
      • February 14, 2026
    • Fort Myers Half Marathon & 5k >
      • February 28, 2026
    • Sarasota Suncoast Half Marathon & 5k >
      • March 8, 2026
    • Sunrise Half Marathon & 5k >
      • March 21, 2026
    • Naples Paradise Coast Half Marathon & 5k >
      • April 18, 2026
    • Naples Rocktoberfest Half Marathon & 5k >
      • October 5, 2025
    • Hollywood Beach Half Marathon & 5k - Nov >
      • October 17, 2025
    • Naples Fall Classic Half Marathon & 5k >
      • November TBD, 2026
    • Thanksgiving Day 5k >
      • November 27, 2025
    • Gobble Gobble Thanksgiving Day 5k >
      • November 27, 2025
    • Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5k >
      • December 13, 2025
    • Sarasota Half Marathon & 5k >
      • December 14, 2025
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  • Results
  • Lifetime Stats
  • Videos
  • Photos
  • Beneficiaries