Expected November 2027
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The NOAC Turkey Day Race is held on Thanksgiving morning in New Orleans City Park, starting from 5400 Marconi Drive. Runners and walkers cover five miles through the park, while children take on a half-mile fun run of their own. Now in its 117th edition, it stands as one of the longest-running running events in the United States. Proceeds from the day support Spina Bifida of Louisiana, and participants are encouraged to collect their race packets early, both to secure their participant shirt and to avoid queues on race morning.
Course through the iconic New Orleans City Park
Thanksgiving morning tradition in its 117th edition
One of America's longest-standing running events
Half-mile kids fun run alongside the main event
Proceeds support Spina Bifida of Louisiana
Start / Finish
New Orleans City Park, 5400 Marconi Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124
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What you get
Finisher t-shirt
Participant shirt (collected with race packet)
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Before you enter
Other questions
The race is held on Thanksgiving morning. The 2024 edition falls on Thursday 28 November, with the same Thanksgiving morning slot listed for 2025 and 2026.
Yes. There is a dedicated Racewalker entry over the five-mile course, starting at 08:00, so walkers do not have to compete with runners.
Proceeds from the NOAC Turkey Day Race support Spina Bifida of Louisiana.
To ensure the safety of all participants, the use of baby strollers/joggers is advised against during the Turkey Day Race. While strollers are fully supported in training, their inclusion in races can pose risks to runners and children. If allowed in a race, strollers, baby joggers, or similar devices should be started in the back of the runners and walkers.
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Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.New Orleans, USA
Expected November 2027
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