Brainerd Turkey Run

02/10/2026

We’re proud to share that Curt Christensen President of Aadzuhman Shrine Brainerd Minnesota along with Jim Chandler Director of Transportation, presented a $25,000 check to Shriners Children's Twin Cities.
This incredible donation was made possible by the generosity of our community through the Brainerd Turkey Run. Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible!

12/03/2025

We had quite a few items left behind after the Turkey Run. Please message us if you misplaced something.

12/02/2025

Nolan and his brother Ben completed the Turkey Run virtually again this year-Congratulations! We love all of the support for the hospital and look forward to hearing about their race.
We had two other virtual racers this year who also completed the race.

11/29/2025

Thank you to everyone who partipated in the 16th Annual Turkey Run! We are thankful and grateful you chose to spend your Thanksgiving morning with us.
Photos are up-check them out- https://www.minncam.com/portfolio-1/brainerd-turkey-run-112725
Results are here-https://www.mtecresults.com/race/leaderboard/19760/2025_Brainerd_Turkey_Run-5k

11/27/2025

Night one of registration complete! Thank you to this group along with a few that left before the picture. All volunteers who believe in the cause and love to help out! 🦃
See you from 7-8:30 am for new registrations and packet pickup until 8:45.

11/26/2025

In person registration is available this evening-Wednesday- from 5-7 pm at the Brainerd Armory-1115 Wright St. Brainerd.
We will reopen tomorrow-Thursday-7-8:30 am. Race starts at 9:00!
Plan for a wintery, chilly but FUN event tomorrow! We can't wait to see everyone!

11/26/2025

Online registration closes Wednesday morning at 9:00 am-there is still time to join us!
Winter weather + Your Running Friends and Family+ Brainerd Turkey Run = A Happy Healthy Thanksgiving!
https://turkeyrun.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=217

11/25/2025

11/25/2025

Leader of the Pack-Mike Garry is a fantastic lead biker for our 5k runners to follow. He is speedy and keeps you at a great pace! Thank you Mike!!
Still time to register-https://brainerdturkeyrun.com

11/24/2025

Scott from MinnCam photography will be out on the course capturing all of your race day smiles:) All photos will be posted on his website a day or two after the race-
https://www.minncam.com/

11/24/2025

Shout out to Dan the Culligan Man and Culligan Water of Baxter for sponsoring our water stop and finish line water. Stay hydrated in all seasons with the help of their team!

11/24/2025

Thank you ENDURUNCE SHOP for your support of the Turkey Run! We appreciate having a local store to browse all the latest and greatest for walking and running.