Quincy Family YMCA Opens Registration for 47th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Run
Registration is now open for the 47th annual Quincy Family YMCA Turkey Run, a Thanksgiving morning race event in Quincy that offers 10K, 5K, and 1-mile options, with proceeds supporting the YMCA's community mission.
Quincy Hannibal Keokuk, IL, October 12, 2026 — Registration has opened for the 47th annual Quincy Family YMCA Turkey Run, an established Thanksgiving morning tradition in Quincy. The event offers participants multiple race distances, including 10K, 5K, and a 1-mile option.
The popular Thanksgiving Day race serves as a key fundraiser for the Quincy Family YMCA. All proceeds generated from runner registrations will directly support the YMCA’s ongoing community mission and programs. Specific details regarding the exact start times for each race distance, registration fees, and the deadline for signing up were not immediately available.
This marks the 47th consecutive year the Quincy Family YMCA has hosted the Turkey Run, positioning it as a long-standing community event. While the precise nature of the YMCA’s community mission is broad, typically such funds support local initiatives in health, youth development, and social services within the Quincy area.
Participants interested in joining the run are encouraged to seek further information directly from the Quincy Family YMCA regarding registration procedures, course maps, and any specific event guidelines. The event is scheduled to take place on Thanksgiving morning.
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