Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

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A Thanksgiving season Lincoln Lutheran staff, student, family, supporter and alumni fellowship event and fun run. Gather to enjoy one another this Thanksgiving Season! Run or walk 2 miles (or don’t - just visit with friends). Both a kids “campus lap” (approx 0.5 miles) and a 2 mile running course race will be offered. ALL proceeds benefiting Lutheran TF! Can’t make it? There’s a virtual option too. Get the shirt, support the cause, run on your own! Run, walk, race your kids or just spend the morning catching up with friends! We’ll have coffee, hot cocoa and perhaps some pre-race donuts in the gym to enjoy time visiting with friends. WHEN: Saturday, November 21st, 2026 WHERE: Lincoln Lutheran Middle/High School, 1100 N 56th St, Lincoln, NE RACE TIMES: 8:30 a.m. - Kids “Campus Lap” 8:45 a.m. - 2 mile Anytime - Virtually *We won’t be providing official timing or awards, but WILL have clock on ya! - It’s a fun run, fundraiser and alumni gathering! WHO: Everyone WHAT’S IT COST: - 2 mile race - $35 per entry - “Virtual” (get the shirt, support the program, walk/run on own) - $30 per entry - Kids “Campus Lap” - $20 per entry ALL Entries include long-sleeve event t-shirt*) Sizes Available: YM, YL, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL * Only Registrations submitted by 8 am on 11/9 will be guaranteed a shirt. DON’T WANT TO RUN or WALK BUT WANT TO SUPPORT $$$: Yup, you can pay us NOT to run!!!! Running isn't for everyone! Maybe you're stuck at home preparing the turkey! SO…there’s a DONATE LINK TOO! The Warriors appreciate the support! BIB (and shirt) PICK-UP: Lincoln Lutheran Gym beginning at 7:45 a.m. day of.

Now in its 18th year, the YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot presented by Union Bank & Trust returns as one of the area's highly favored family traditions on Thanksgiving morning. Choose from a Tot Trot (1 city block dash for youth up to 5 years old, parents welcome), 1-Mile Fun Run & Walk, or a 5K Race either in-person or virtually (Trot at Home). Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome! Race proceeds directly support the YMCA's Open Doors Financial Assistance Program which helps makes Y memberships and programs affordable for all. Race Day Notes Strollers are allowed in all of the events. Dogs are not allowed on the course during any of the races.Open to the public, online registration required.All races will run as scheduled...rain, snow, or extreme cold. Please dress appropriately.No refunds on entry fees. Race Times 7:45 am Tot Trot (1 city block dash, parents are welcome to join)8:00 am 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk 8:30 am 5K Race 9:15 am Awards Ceremony Race Location The Tot Trot, 1-Mile, and 5K Race and post-race awards will be held in Downtown Lincoln at the Railyard, 350 Canopy St Free parking is available at the Pinnacle Bank Arena Festival Lot, just north of Pinnacle Bank Arena, 901 V Street. After parking, walk across the West Haymarket Pedestrian Bridge to the Railyard. All vehicles must exit the lot by 3:00 pm the day of the event. Paid parking is also available in surrounding downtown parking garages.Map of race course is located below Race Prizes Small prizes will be provided to youth finishers of the Tot Trot and 1-Mile events.In the 5K Race, the top in-person male and female finishers in the following age divisions will each receive a medal: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ The overall in-person male and female finishers of the 5K will receive a medal and additional prize. Fees for In-Person and Trot at Home option FREE Tot Trot (race t-shirt not provided). Registration is required. $22 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk$37 5K Individual Entry$80 per family with participants taking part in the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk. Family consists of 2 adults 22 years of age or older and children under 24 years of age living at the same address full-time, with a maximum of 5 family members. Additional family entries are $10 per child. Family pricing is not available for the 5K Race. Late registration fee of $10/person will be added for entries received after November 22. Race Apparel and Registration Early registration deadline is Sunday, November 22. Entries for the 1-Mile and 5K events on or before this date will receive a soft-cotton blend t-shirt.Long sleeve t-shirt option: For an additional fee you may upgrade to a long sleeve version of the 2026 Turkey Trot shirt. See design below.Signature Turkey Trot beanies and trucker hats will be available to purchase for an additional fee while supplies last. See designs below.No on-site exchanges will be available. We will be happy to exchange sizes the week following the event if inventory is available (contact Race Director.)Late registration is Monday, November 23 - Thursday, November 26, 7:30 am. Online registration is available through 7:30 am on Thanksgiving morning. There will be no on-site registration available. Entries received after November 22 will receive a Turkey Trot hat, beanie, or past event shirt, while supplies last.While the Tot Trot is FREE, there will be no apparel given to participants. Registration is required for youth.No refunds on entry fees. Packet pickup Please bring a copy of your registration confirmation.Wednesday, November 25, 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm Cooper YMCA, 6767 S 14th Street Thursday, November 26, beginning at 6:30 am Railyard, 350 Canopy St (Race site)Note that lines may be long, please plan accordingly Virtual Trot at Home participants may request to have their packet mailed to them if address is outside of Lincoln city limits for an additional fee. Deadline for request is November 13. Food Bank of Lincoln We will again be hosting a drive for non-perishable food items and hygiene products during packet pickup and race day. Barrels will be available to drop off any items at the Cooper Y (packet pickup) and in the Railyard (race day). Thank you for joining us to help those in need this holiday season! Sponsors The YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot presented by Union Bank & Trust directly supports the Y's Annual Fundraising Campaign. Through this campaign, we strive to ensure that financial limitations are not a barrier to having a YMCA membership, being involved in one of our many child care programs, or signing up for life-saving swim lessons. Will you join us in this journey to be part of something bigger? Learn more... https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ipbhbz0YelLGF9ATPVC-a13EDBhXzBNM/view?usp=drive_link

This will be an endurance race to see who can complete the most laps in 1, 3, or 5 hours. There will be one male and female winner for each event and a raffle for anyone that completes one lap and doesn't win the overall prize. The event start times are setup so all events finish at the same time and food will be provided. https://www.strava.com/routes/3530977755828952114

Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k! A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/12k!  A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/12k, 12 & Under are only $22! 5k/12k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run th

🚀 Ready, Set... Time Travel! 🕰️ Lace up your sneakers and prepare to dash through the Time Travel Half Marathon (5K/10K) — a family-friendly race that’s truly timeless! Whether you're a future sprinter or a blast-from-the-past jogger, this event is all about fun, fitness, family, and a little bit of funky flair. Costumes encouraged, time machines optional. Let’s run — one epic mile at a time! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, super soft tee, awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, super soft tee, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, a super soft tee, and an awesome finisher medal! 1-mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, super soft tee, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized t-shirt, and and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Join us for the annual Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon! A St. Patrick-themed run that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes great swag (designer shirt, custom medal), chip-timing, live results and awards, free photos, a "biggest team" contest, a kids' dash, great post-race food, and plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration includes a designer shirt and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) Grab your friends and register as a "team" for special pricing and a chance to win the "Biggest Paddy (team)" award! Create a team, or join an existing team during registration. Once 5 people have registered on that team, all team members will be refunded $5, once ten people register $10 will be refunded! *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Question:  Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP?  Answer:  YES! Like Running or Walking?  Love Donuts?  This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious donut waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!         Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half-Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mi

Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Pacers for the half marathon Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun!  Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!  *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The k

Every Registration IncludesGreat Swag - designer shirtCustom medalChip-timing with live results and awardsFree photosGreat snacks at the finish line!Plenty of fun!Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!  *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K!A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family. The fun includes – Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medalChip-timing with live results and awardsFree photosFREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool offPlenty of hot fun in the summer sun! Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one! Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17! Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s da

Join us for the annual Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k!  A fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line FREE Kona Ice Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17 5k/10k/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal! 1 Mile registration includes a designer shirt and a challenge pin! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and kid's dash pin! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to ru

Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Pacers for the half marathon Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!