What Races Are Offered at the Cincinnati Thanksgiving Day Race?

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The Cincinnati Thanksgiving Day Race offers three events: the Western & Southern 10K, the TDR 5K, and the ProAmpac Kids Fun Run. Registration for the 2026 race is open, and you pick your event before race day — the site frames this as "Before the Turkey, Choose Your Trot." Which one fits you depends mainly on distance tolerance and whether you're registering a child.

The three events at a glance

Event Type Best suited to
Western & Southern 10K 10-kilometer road race Runners comfortable with a longer distance who want the flagship event
TDR 5K 5-kilometer run/walk Beginners, casual participants, and anyone wanting a shorter commitment
ProAmpac Kids Fun Run Kids' fun run Children, as a low-pressure family event

The site lists each event with its own "Race Details" link, so distance specifics, start times, and entry requirements for each are confirmed on those individual pages rather than on the main page.

How to choose your event

Work through these in order:

  1. Decide the distance you can comfortably cover. If a 10K is more than you've trained for, the 5K is the shorter option. The 10K is the marquee event — the site calls the race Cincinnati's favorite family tradition, and the 10K carries the title sponsor name.
  2. Decide whether you're registering yourself or a child. The ProAmpac Kids Fun Run is the only event described as being for kids; the 10K and 5K are the adult-oriented races.
  3. Open the "Race Details" page for your chosen event to confirm the specifics before registering. The main page presents the three options but leaves the per-event logistics to those detail pages.
  4. Register. Registration is currently open for 2026.

What else is part of race day

  • Pella Recovery Zone — located immediately after the finish line, with healthy snacks, hydration, music, stretching, and photo opportunities.
  • Commemorative gear — a 2026 long-sleeved race shirt and a Cincy Hat are available for purchase separately from registration.
  • Results and photos — the site links to previous years' image galleries and results, useful if you want a sense of the event before committing.

Common questions

Is the 5K a run or a walk? The site lists it as the TDR 5K without specifying pace requirements on the main page; check its Race Details page for any walker-specific notes.

Can I do the 10K and register a child too? Nothing on the main page prevents registering for multiple events, but each event has its own registration, so treat them as separate sign-ups.

Where do I confirm start times and course details? On each event's own Race Details page — the main page only names the three events and links out.