Join us for Madison’s favorite Thanksgiving tradition — the Birdie Derby 10K Run & 5K Run/Walk! Experience the premier Thanksgiving Day race, known for its energy, community spirit, and top-notch race day experience.
What your registration includes:
If you have a little one (2-6), they can participate in the Kids Dash, a great way to start the day! It is free with a paid adult registration.
Can't make it on race day, and you don't want to miss out on the tradition? Sign up for the virtual Birdie Derby!
What your virtual registration includes:
Any changes to registrations must be completed before Monday, November 23, 2026. No changes from in-person to virtual are accepted after this time.
Did you know that the Birdie Derby is the ONLY Thanksgiving race that donates 100% of proceeds? The Birdie Derby supports Active Youth Wisconsin (formerly Tri 4 Schools), a local organization creating accessible opportunities for kids to be active. Your participation funds financial aid for kids to receive shoes, bikes, swim lessons, and more, so they can participate in events and programs that help them recognize the mental and physical benefits of regular movement. Together, we're building a stronger, healthier community! Learn more about Active Youth Wisconsin here.
Race website: runthederby.com
Race Location:
Fitchburg Business Park
5200 E Cheryl Pkwy, Fitchburg WI 53711
Pre-Race Packet Pickup Schedule
November 24 - 12pm – 7pm
November 25 - 7am – 2pm
Perennial Yoga, 5500 E Cheryl Pkwy Suite 101, Fitchburg, WI 53711
Thanksgiving Day Race Schedule
8:00 am Kids Dash
8:30 am 10K Run Start
8:50 am 5K Run Start
9:00 am 5K Walk Start
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
00:00
$26.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
00:00
$26.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
00:00
$26.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
00:00
$26.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — Kids Dash- 100 Yards (Untimed)
Type — Running
08:00
$0.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:30
$26.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$26.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:30
$26.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$26.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$26.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$26.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Fitchburg.
Fitchburg is a small city in central Massachusetts and is home to Fitchburg State University. Fitchburg's main attraction is the Fitchburg Art Museum, while in the Harry Potter universe, the city plays host to the Fitchburg Finches Quidditch Team.
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