Saturday September 18th, 2010. 10:30 AM. Worthington, MN.

THE RACE:
Since its beginning in 1980 this event has grown to become one of the area's premier roadraces. The festive spirit of the Turkey Day 10K has attracted both the serious runners who compete regularly as well as individuals entering their first roadrace. The energizing music at the registration area and along the course, the ideal September running conditions, the crowds of cheering spectators, the experienced volunteer staff, the soothing massage at the finish, the free picnic with live entertainment, the classic designer T-shirt and many other amenities have made this "not your ordinary race".

THE COURSE:
The certified 10K (6.2 mile) course begins in downtown Worthington, and winds its way around scenic Lake Okabena. The course consists of hard-surfaced roads which are wide and partially shaded. The course is slightly rolling, just enough to make it interesting and fast. Traffic will be controlled for the safety of the runners. Miles 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 will be marked with large road signs. After circling the lake, the race ends back in downtown Worthington where hundreds of spectators cheer the runners through the finishing mile.

PICNIC RECEPTION:
After the race there will be a picnic reception for all the runners at Centennial Beach Park on scenic Lake Okabena. It's the ideal time to renew your acquaintances with area runners and to talk over the race. While you're enjoying your free picnic lunch and refreshments, you'll be entertained with lively music. You'll also be eligible to win one of many running-related door prizes. The picnic will conclude with the awards ceremony.

AWARDS:
All race entrants will receive a classic Turkey Day 10K long-sleeve T-shirt designed by well-known area cartoonist, Bob Artley. Awards will be presented to the top 2-3 male and female finishers in the following age groups, depending upon the number of runners in each division: AGE GROUPS: 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, and 75 & Older. Special cash prizes will be offered to the top finishers in the open and masters divisions:

RESULTS:
Results will be posted on this site within 48 hours of the race (USUALLY within 12 hours). Please check back after the race for details.

TEAM COMPETITION:
All interested runners can participate in our team competition for no additional charge. Each team will consist of 3 members and will compete in one of six different divisions: Open (men's, women's, mixed) and Master's (men's, women's, mixed); to be eligible for the Master's competition, each team member must be 40 years or older. Team scores will be determined by totaling the finishing times of all 3 runners. Prize money will also be awarded to the first place team in the following categories. Men's Open-$150, Women's Open-$150, Men's Master-$100, and Women's Master-$100.

DRESSING FACILITIES:
2010 shower and dressing facilities TBD.

AID STATIONS AND SPLITS:
Water will be available at the 3 and 5 mile marks.
Splits will be given at miles 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.

REGISTRATION:
Click HERE for registration information and a printable registration form. Click below for a map to the registration area in downtown Worthington. From North/East/West or from the South.