Chase Thanksgiving 5K
Updated
Thursday, November 26, 2026, first start 9:00 AM, in Middle River (11723 Eastern Ave). Distances: 5K. Entry from $20; the 5K goes from $20 to $25 after November 24.
Course and race notes
Before the turkey hits the table, hit the trails!
Join us on Thanksgiving morning at Eastern Regional Park for a fun, festive 5K that welcomes ALL ages and abilities.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Thursday, November 26
2026 · in 19 days
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Location
11723 Eastern Ave
Middle River, MD 21220
Area: Baltimore & Annapolis, Washington, DC & Baltimore
Course
Trail
Dirt or single-track on at least part of the course
Distances
5K
Price
$20
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Tue Nov 24 (in 17 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Thu Nov 26 (in 19 days)
Opened Jul 10, 2026
Race day in Middle River
Weather
54° / 40°F
Typical high and low for November 26, with a 31% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Md Sci Ctr Baltimore, MD (12.3 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:00 AM – 4:45 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Thursday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
5 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest under 0.1 mi away.
Places to eat
- Dunkin' quick bite0.6 mi
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Wed Nov 25
Where to stay
1 within 3 mi14 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: Springhill Suites
About 28 min walk1.4 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 2 of 5: Colony Inn
About 10 min drive3.2 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 3 of 5: White Marsh Motel
About 10 min drive3.2 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: Home2 Suites
About 10 min drive3.2 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 5 of 5: Star Motel
About 10 min drive3.2 mi from the start
Hotels on the map
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Prices checked November 4, 2026 and can change. Confirm on the booking site before you book. We may earn a commission at no cost to you.
Places from OpenStreetMap. Straight-line distances, so times are rough.
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.