Wild Turkey 3 Miler

Lace up your running shoes for the Wild Turkey 3 Miler, a festive and charitable event set to take place on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in the vibrant community of West Monroe, LA. This exciting 3-mile out-and-back race offers a perfect opportunity to kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations with fitness and community spirit, all while supporting Grace Place Ministries, Inc. with a portion of the proceeds.

The course is designed for participants of all skill levels, starting at the Pavilion on Mane Street. Runners will enjoy a scenic route, navigating turns onto Exchange, Wassan, and Grantham before reaching the turnaround point on Industrial and heading back to the finish. Typical race day conditions in late November feature comfortable highs around 64°F and lows near 42°F, with only a 12% chance of precipitation, creating ideal running weather.

Beyond the invigorating course, the Wild Turkey 3 Miler boasts competitive categories for overall male and female, masters male and female, and various age groups starting from 10 and under. Registration includes a commemorative race t-shirt while supplies last, and convenient packet pickup is available the day before the race at Fleet Feet in Monroe, with race day pickup also offered. Join fellow runners for a memorable Thanksgiving morning tradition that combines a rewarding challenge with a meaningful cause.