# Thanksgiving Day 5K Run & Family Stroll (Overland Park)

> Event for families in the Kansas City area (MO / KS). Times are Central Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 9:00 AM
- Where: Aspiria campus, 6240 Sprint Parkway, Overland Park, KS 66211
- Ages: All ages; strollers welcome
- Price: $30 ages 0-12, $40 adults; team of 4+ discount
- Organizer: Kansas City Sports Commission & Foundation
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/KS/OverlandPark/33rdAnnualThanksgivingDay5KRunFamilyStrollpresentedbyTMobile
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Kansas City's long-running Thanksgiving morning 5K, held at the Aspiria campus, is one of the few local road races that officially allows strollers (they line up at the back of the chute). Children 12 and under get a discounted entry, and families or teams of four or more get a group discount.

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