True for All MMR Events
All ages and abilities are welcome.
Time trial and self seeded start for all triathlons.
Wear your timing chip on your LEFT ankle for triathlons.
Cash/check only on race day registrations.
Upon registration, you agree to the MMR Race Policies.
Women's shirts are fitted and run small; men's are generously sized. Registrations 2 weeks or less from event will receive shirt in the mail 3-4 weeks after race and are not guaranteed requested size; if the requested size is unavailable, the next available size most closely matching the requested size will be substituted.
Price increase reflects the cost of shipping shirt post-race
Results provided by www.frontrunnerusa.com.
Professional photographer will be on site for every race at no additional cost to the participants. Our photographer will make every effort to capture shots of each athlete, but we cannot guarantee that every athlete will be photographed.
10% military discount | Fill out paper registration and include check less 10%
White Bear Lake County Park
5050 Lake Avenue
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Fast Before the Feast Thanksgiving 5K, 10K
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2025
Join us for this charitable, heart-warming Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
A festive 10K, 5K and Turkey Dash in White Bear Lake, MN (near Minneapolis–St. Paul). Fast runners and families with strollers or leashed dogs are welcome. Free photos, easy parking, race-day packet pickup. A portion of proceeds supports local hunger relief.
Event Highlights
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Distance Options
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Turkey Dash | .5 mile run available
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5k | 3.1 mile run
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10k | 6.2 mile run
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FREE Professional photography
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Parking | Close, easy, and FREE with overflow parking available
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Strollers and dogs are encouraged and welcome
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A portion of the race proceeds are donated to help hunger in our local community
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All ages and abilities welcome
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Scenic Turkey Trot course at White Bear Lake County Park (near Minneapolis–St. Paul)
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Easy, free parking with overflow options close to the start
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Race-day packet pickup on Thanksgiving morning
5k and 10k COURSE MAP AVAILABLE
CLICK ON THE BELOW
Packet Pick-up
NO ADVANCE PACKET PICKUP -RACE MORNING ONLY
Thursday, November 27
7:00am White Bear Lake County Park before the race
Your race packet will include all the materials you need for your race: race bib, timing chip, and some fun items like your finisher medal and event t shirt(if you selected the shirt option) and special offers. Those registered will receive an email on the Monday evening prior to the race with all the details, any course updates, and an age group breakdown by race category.
Race Schedule
7:00am | Registration and packet pick-up opens PACKET PICK UP ONLY ON RACE DAY
8:45am | PACKET PICK UP closes
8:05am | 10K Race announcements
8:10am | 10k starts
8:25am | 5k Race announcements
8:30am | 5k starts
8:35am | Turkey Dash starts
9:30am | Awards
Awards
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Top overall male and female athletes
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Top 3 male and female athletes in each age group (19 and Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+)
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Turkey Dash | finisher medals (no place awards)
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place age group winners will receive an age group award ribbon to attach to their finisher medal. Overall male and female winners are not eligible for age group awards (no double dipping).
**Must be present to win. If you want your award and can't stay, shipping cost is your responsibility.**
This race is generously sponsored by:
Looking for a Turkey Trot in Minnesota?
Kick off your holiday at Fast Before the Feast, Minnesota’s favorite Thanksgiving Turkey Trot in White Bear Lake (near Minneapolis–St. Paul). Choose the 10K, 5K, or Turkey Dash (.5 mi) and enjoy a scenic, well-marked course perfect for PR-chasers and first-timers. We make race morning easy with free, close parking, race-day packet pickup, and free professional photos for all finishers.
Families are welcome stroller-friendly routes and leashed dogs allowed. Planning your run? View our 5K/10K course maps and check start times, parking details and more. Feel good knowing your entry helps feed neighbors in need; a portion of proceeds supports local hunger-relief programs.
