# Forge Fitness Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk (downtown Buffalo)

> Event for families in the Minneapolis–St. Paul–Bloomington area (MN / WI). Times are Central Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 8:45 AM
- Where: Downtown Buffalo, 120 1st St S, Buffalo, MN 55313
- Ages: All ages; under-18 kids' registration
- Price: Ages 0-17 $10.80; adults $26.25 after Oct 25 (no shirt), incl. fees
- Organizer: Forge Fitness
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/race/mn/buffalo/forgeturkeytrot
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A family- and dog-friendly Thanksgiving morning 5K run/walk in downtown Buffalo; strollers are encouraged for little ones and dogs must be leashed. Kids under 18 register for $10, which includes breakfast and swag (no shirt). Proceeds go to YOUth Rising.

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