# Thanksgiving Day Apple Cup 5K at Green Lake

> Event for families in the Seattle–Tacoma–Bellevue area (WA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
- Where: Green Lake Park (start/finish at the Green Lake Community Center basketball courts), 7201 E Green Lake Dr N, Seattle, WA 98115
- Ages: Ages 1 and up; strollers welcome
- Price: $30; age 18 and under $15 (prices rise after Nov. 19)
- Organizer: Thanksgiving Day Apple Cup 5K
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Seattle/AppleCup5K
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A flat Thanksgiving morning 5K on the paved inner loop around Green Lake, starting and finishing at the Green Lake Community Center basketball courts. Open to all ages and stroller friendly; under-18s need a parent or guardian to register them. No dogs.

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