Sunday November 23rd, 2025
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Distance: 10K
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The Great Ethiopian Run is an annual 10-kilometerroad runningevent which takes place inAddis Ababa,Ethiopia.
The competition was first envisioned by neighbors Ethiopian runnerHaile Gebrselassie, Peter Middlebrook and Abi Masefield in late October 2000, following Haile's return from the2000 Summer Olympics.
The 10,000 entries for the first edition quickly sold out and other people unofficially joined in the race without a number.The creation of the race marked the first time that a major annual 10km race had been held in the country, renowned for producing world class runners.
The day's events include an international and popular 10km race and a 5km women only race.
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Male | 28:25 | Biniam Mehary | ken | |
2nd Male | 28:26 | Adisu Negash | ken | |
3rd Male | 28:29 | Yismaw Dillu | ken | |
4th Male | 28:33 | Nibret Kende | ken | |
Female | 32:13 | Asayech Ayichew | ken | |
2nd Female | 32:16 | Yenewa Nibre | ken | |
3rd Female | 32:27 | Bosena Mulate | ken | |
4th Female | 32:27 | Chaltu Dida Diriba | ken |
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
(2022)Twenty-two-year-old Yalemzerf Yehualew opened her 2022 season in spectacular style by claiming a repeat victory at today's rescheduled 2021 TotalEnergies Great Ethiopian Run 10km.
Her winning time of 31 minutes and 16 seconds was thirty-one seconds faster than her winning time two years ago, as she came home a clear winner ahead of Girmawit Gebregziabiher. In third place was the 17-year old 2021 World Junior 5000m silver medallist Melkanat Wudu, making her first appearance in the international 10km.
The men's race turned into a much closer race, with 6 athletes still together as they came into the final 500 meters. Gemechu Dida took a surprise victory over former Dubai Marathon champion Getaneh Molla, with less than a second separating the first three athletes. Boki Diriba finished 3rd. Dida's winning time was 28 minutes and 23 seconds.
Yalemzerf came into the race eager to impress after having to withdraw from the Valencia 10km just two weeks ago. At Friday's press conference she spoke about her aim of reclaiming the world half-marathon record from compatriot Letesenbet Giday.
Today she ran a clever race, making her break from long-time leader Girmawit just past the 7.5km mark after cresting the hill near the National Palace. At the 9km turn at Urael Church Yalemzerf accelerated dramatically and easily pulled clear of her rival, and looked fresh and relaxed as she cruised into the finish with a winning margin of 12 seconds.
In the men's race, the highest placed non-Ethiopian athlete was Cornelius Kibet Kemboi who finished in 6th place in a time of 28 minutes and 38 seconds. Rodgers Kibet from Uganda was 11th, Shadrack Kipngetich from Kenya was 16th and Samson Amare from Eritrea was 18th.
Both men's and women's winners took home cash prizes of 100,000 birr (just over USD $2,000).
A total of 17,600 finished the race. The mass race which started less than ten minutes after the start of the elite races.
Thursday November 27th, 2025
Chicago, IL
Distance: 8K · 5K
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Warm up your Thanksgiving appetite with Chicago’s longest running Thanksgiving tradition; the Annual Turkey Day Run Chicago. Bring the whole family, come dressed for the part, and join runners, joggers and walkers for some lighthearted fun.
We’re also bringing back the turkey tailgate zone, featuring a variety of games for the whole family, including:
While you’re running your giblets off, you’ll be supporting the Greater Chicago Food Depository ensuring no Chicagoan goes hungry this Thanksgiving by bringing two cans of food to either packet pick-up or to the race day.
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displays approximate race location · Chicago IL 60604
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Male | 27:43 | Owen Transue | 20 | Durham, NC |
2nd Male | 27:56 | Cameron Rieger | 33 | Chicago, IL |
3rd Male | 28:26 | Aaron Portman | 24 | Chicago, IL |
4th Male | 28:29 | Rylan Shafer | 24 | Chicago, IL |
Female | 31:49 | Trillium Chang | 29 | Chicago, IL |
2nd Female | 32:03 | Brittney Schuler | 39 | Chicago, IL |
3rd Female | 31:49 | Josey Mintel | 33 | Chicago, DC |
4th Female | 34:33 | Kaitlin Smith | 31 | Chicago, IL |
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
About The Course
Flat, Scenic, and the ideal location for a Thanksgiving run.
The Life Time Chicago Turkey Trot 5K & 8K will step off from Fullerton Pkwy and Cannon Dr at 9:00 A.M. in a wave start (Wave details located in the Schedule) Participants will run east on Fullerton Pkwy toward the Lakefront Trail.
After passing under Lake Shore Drive participants will run north along the Lakefront Trail to Recreation Dr. 5K participants will turnaround just south of Addison and Recreation Dr. 8K participants will continue north on the Lakefront Trail and turnaround just south of Montrose Ave.
Southbound runners will use Recreation Drive until merging back onto the Lakefront Trail just south of Addison. Participants will continue to follow the Lakefront Trail south until traversing under Lake Shore Dr at the Barry Bridge. Once through the bridge, they will follow the cinder path into the Finish Line located just south of the Diversey Driving Range parking lot.
Thursday November 27th, 2025
Charlotte, NC
Distance: 8K · 5K · 1 Mile · 26.2 Yard Tot Trot
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The Charlotte South Park Turkey Trot, one of Charlotte's longest-running events, and one of the largest events in North Carolina. The race has become an Annual Thanksgiving Day Tradition for over 10,000+ participants, representing families and friends across generations. It’s a happy and healthy way to start off one of the best days of the year!
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displays approximate race location · Charlotte NC 28202
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Male | 26:11 | Jack Mastandrea | 26 | GREENVILLE |
2nd Male | 26:30 | Dylan Lowry | 32 | MATTHEWS |
3rd Male | 26:39 | Jackson OHara | 23 | MATTHEWS |
4th Male | 26:55 | Drew Marshall | 30 | CHARLOTTE |
Female | 29:34 | Erin Del Giudice | 31 | CHARLOTTE |
2nd Female | 30:04 | Madeline Frank | 28 | TALLAHASSEE |
3rd Female | 31:40 | Lauren Strothers | 27 | CHARLOTTE |
4th Female | 31:56 | Kayla Brown | 24 | SUWANEE |
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
M 40-49 | 27:49 | Daniel Matena | 41 | CHARLOTTE |
M 50-59 | 31:58 | Anthony Kwon | 50 | CHARLOTTE |
M 60-69 | 33:45 | Ted Frank | 60 | CHARLOTTE |
M 70+ | 41:07 | Bob Nelson | 73 | CHARLOTTE |
F 40-49 | 34:11 | Anne Fechtel | 43 | CHARLOTTE |
F 50-59 | 41:15 | Christina MacDonald | 54 | CHARLOTTE |
F 60-69 | 41:00 | Monica Erb | 64 | CHARLOTTE |
F 70+ | 50:48 | Judy Osborn | 72 | CHARLOTTE |
Thanks to the ongoing support of our participants and sponsors, we’ve got something for everyone to join in on! And, as always, our commitment to maintaining a first-class event all-around is our highest priority.
Our course starts next to Southpark Mall and finishes in the SouthPark Mall in front of Dicks and beside the Symphony park. Participants will enjoy a safe and scenic run through South Charlotte. For a detailed course map, please visit our website. Water stops will be positioned on the course. Portable restrooms will be stationed at the Start/Finish line area and at the midway point of the 8K.
Thursday November 27th, 2025
San Jose, California
Distance: 10K · 5K
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Start Thanksgiving Day off on the right foot at the Applied Materials “Silicon Valley Turkey Trot”. Before the big games, the big meal, the parades and the pies, why not get in a little exercise with a few thousand neighbors? It’s an event the whole family will enjoy! Many have made the “run” or “walk” a Thanksgiving Day tradition.
Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot from Silicon Valley Turkey Trot on Vimeo.
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displays approximate race location · San Jose CA 95131
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Male | 31:39 | Benthan Vu | 21 | san jose |
2nd Male | 31:41 | Garrett Patrick | 32 | daly city |
3rd Male | 32:36 | Max Corrales | 25 | san jose |
4th Male | 33:11 | Joseph Grovers | 29 | sa |
Female | 34:59 | Joanna Reyes | 32 | santa Carla |
2nd Female | 35:03 | Jennifer Bergman | 33 | erie |
3rd Female | 36:13 | Kate Grace | 36 | boulder |
4th Female | :37:22 | Triya Roy | 22 | curpetino |
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
On Thanksgiving morning, 2004, Carl and Leslee Guardino heard a radio report announcing “20,000 people downtown running and walking to benefit the needy” in Sacramento. Carl turned to Leslee and said, “Somebody ought to do a race like that here.” Leslee gave Carl that look that said, “Maybe that somebody should be us.”
Reaching out to Bob Brownstein at Working Partnerships, a think-tank arm of the Central Labor Council, a partnership was formed. Several months later, a major milestone occurred when Joe Pon of Applied Materials successfully championed to the company the idea of Applied serving as the Multi-Year Title Sponsor. With a title sponsor, and then several branded co-sponsors, the Applied Materials “Silicon Valley Turkey Trot “was born.
Three great local charities serving local residents – Healthier Kids Foundation Santa Clara County, Housing Trust Silicon Valley and Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties –were initially selected as multi-year beneficiaries, and a volunteer Executive Steering Committee started planning the first race, set for Thanksgiving Day, 2005.
The event blossomed beyond everyone’s wildest imagination.
Thursday November 27th, 2025
Berwick, PA
Distance: 9 miles
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Run For The Diamonds 9 mile race takes runners through the town of Berwick, a course which has not been changed since it's inaugural event. The race is over 110 years old.
Berwick Run for The Diamonds is a nine-mile foot race starting and ending on Market Street in downtown Berwick, Pennsylvania. It is held every year on Thanksgiving Day since 1908.
The first race had only 13 participants. The course has remained essentially unchanged since 1908, running up a very challenging hill and through the countryside of Summerhill. No women competed officially until 1972 when two women ran. The one hundredth running of the annual event was held in 2009. It was canceled twice due to World War I in 1918 and 1919.
The race was called the "Berwick Marathon" until the 1970s and 1980s. But since the race is too short to qualify as a marathon, and winners receive diamonds as part of their prize, the name was changed to "Run for the Diamonds".
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
Male | 45:06 | CASEY ELLIS | 25 | TOWANDA PA |
2nd Male | 45:45 | MATT GILLETTE | 33 | ALLENTOWN PA |
3rd Male | 46:08 | ALEX PRICE | 31 | BETHLEHEM PA |
4th Male | 46:19 | GREGORY JAINDL | 27 | MACUNGIE PA |
Female | 48:37 | PAIGE WOOD | 28 | FLAGSTAFF AZ |
2nd Female | 52:03 | ELLEN FERINGA | 28 | PHILADELPHIA PA |
3rd Female | 54:09 | LAUREL MOYER | 28 | LOCK HAVEN PA |
4th Female | 54:13 | AUTUMN SANDS | 24 | GREENBELT MD |
Division | Time | Name | Age | Home |
In this modern world of professional runners, televised marathons, and hundred-dollar racing shoes, Berwick, Pennsylvania’s Run for the Diamonds has the authenticity of an old boxing gym. A nine-mile race with a grueling two-mile uphill, contested on Thanksgiving since 1908, this is a throwback event that reflects the history of running in America.
Some of the world’s greatest runners have competed at Berwick. Boston legend Johnny Kelley said, “Except for the Boston and Olympic marathons, there is no race that I would rather win than Berwick.”
The first race was contested between the locals over unpaved roads and followed by a “referee” on horseback. The frontrunner in 1909 was a diminutive Hopi named Louis Tewanima, who became the race’s first star. (Although he was captured by the US Cavalry in 1906 and forced to attend Carlisle Indian School, Tewanima went on to win an Olympic silver medal for the United States.)
Berwick also attracted some of Finland’s greatest runners—Hannes Kolehmainen (the first “Flying Finn”) and Ville Ritola (the “Flying Wolf”), both of whom went on to win Olympic gold medals.
Great way to jumpstart Thanksgiving Day! And so close to home! Just walk to start line.