Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run
The Ward Parkway Thanksgiving Day Run is a festive running event held in Kansas City, Missouri, starting at 8600 Ward Parkway. It offers multiple race options including a 5K, 10K, 1 Mile Walk, Downhill Mile Run, and a Tiny Turkey Trot for kids 12 and under. Participants enjoy a Thanksgiving-themed atmosphere with a finishers' 6-inch pie as a unique "medal," and optional traditional medals are available.
The course begins near Ward Parkway Center and features a safe, well-supported route with police and volunteers managing intersections. The event welcomes strollers and supports the Harvesters Community Food Network charity. Free photos and a finish line festival add to the celebratory mood. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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