# YMCA Run Thru the Woods Thanksgiving Turkey Trot and 1 Mile Kids Race

> Event for families in the Houston–Pasadena–The Woodlands area (TX). Times are Central Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM
- Where: The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380
- Ages: All ages; 1 Mile Kids Race
- Price: Registration fee on RunSignup
- Organizer: YMCA of Greater Houston — The Woodlands
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/TheWoodlands/RunThruWoods
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

The Woodlands' Thanksgiving morning tradition (37th year) starts at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. The 1 Mile Kids Race goes off at 7:30 am (a parent can register to run alongside), followed by the 5-mile race at 8:15, the 3-mile race at 8:25 and a 3-mile walk at 8:30. Proceeds support YMCA programs in The Woodlands, Spring and Oak Ridge.

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