A crowd of people stand behind a black starting arch before a 5K.

Springfield’s 44th Annual Turkey Stuffer 5K on Thanksgiving Morning

More than 1,200 participants are expected

Willamalane will hold its 44th annual Turkey Stuffer 5K at Lively Park (6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield) at 8:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 27. 

The 5K is open to all who want to run, walk, roll, or waddle through a scenic neighborhood course to kick off the holiday festivities. Many families have made this 5K part of their tradition, often coming in turkey costumes, matching outfits, and other festive attire. 

Kids 12 and under participate free, thanks to support from The Hope Project. Kids in strollers or wagons do not need to be registered. 

Advance registration is required and is open until Nov. 26 at 3 p.m.

The event is presented by The Hope Project and Lithia Toyota of Springfield.

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