Turkey Day 5k

About the Event

The 28th Annual Turkey 5k will take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27th at Mountain Ridge High School.

This is a 5k run or walk. Both events will cover the entire 5k course.

Race starts at 9:00am.

Packet pick-up and registration will begin at 7:30am in the school cafeteria.

ADULTS: $25.00*
STUDENTS: $20.00*

*Price does not reflect the processing fee.

In order to receive a race t-shirt, you must register by November 16th.

After that date, the price WILL NOT increase. The prices remain the same on race day.

However, those registering after November 16th will not receive a t-shirt.

Age groups:

1-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39. 40-44, 45-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70<

AWARDS: Pumpkin pies are presented to the top 3 finishers in each age group. Overall Male and Female finishers will receive an additional prize.

The proceeds from this race benefit the Mountain Ridge Running Programs.

Races Offered

5K

Nov 27, 2025

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

-89 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Frostburg.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 1.7° / 10.1°

wb_sunny -2.6° / 6.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.8 /

water_drop 68.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 1.7° / 10.1°

wb_sunny -2.6° / 6.2°

air 11.8 km/h

water_drop 68.6%

About Frostburg

Learn more about the host city, Frostburg.

Frostburg, often referred to as Mountain City, is a charming little town tucked in Allegany County, Western Maryland. The town is home to Frostburg State University and has a lively variety of student-oriented pubs. Frostburg has a slow, but rich history. Being one of the primary coach stops along the historic National Road, the town is built centered along Route 40 and is truly a Main Street community. The town is positioned in the Appalachian mountains, and its best attraction is its natural surroundings. From the center of town, once can take in a gorgeous, panoramic view of the surroundings mountains. Because of this natural setting, a wide range of outdoor, recreational activities are easily within reach. Frostburg is one of the primary stops along the Rails to Trails cycle path which connects Pittsburgh and Washington, D.C. Garrett County is just minutes away by car and is the least-densely populated region in Maryland, offering excellent opportunities for hiking, cycling, mountain-biking, kayaking, white-water rafting, skiing, and many other outdoor pursuits.