Cottonwood Heights Thanksgiving Day 5K
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Nov 27, 2026 - Friday
5k
Race Information
Be part of Utah's longest "Running" Thanksgiving Day event! Join the fun at Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center.
Awards and refreshments in the gymnasium after the race. Age division awards (1st-3rd) & overall Men's and Women's awards (1st-3rd). Great drawing for all runners after awards! Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome! - please line up in the back.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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