\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLooking for fun ways to get active? Here is a roundup of 5K races and fun runs around the Dallas-Fort Worth area in November and December. This list is not comprehensive.<\/p>\n
1. North Texas Hotdog 5K Race<\/p>\n
This 5K event features multiple divisions, including regular men\u2019s and women\u2019s divisions, as well as the hot dog division, in which participants will need to eat a hot dog after each mile completed in the race.<\/p>\n
2. Trails and Tacos 15K, 5K<\/p>\n
This event will include both a 5K and 15K race, and tacos will be available for participants. This McKinney Running Club event will benefit the Dan Crum Memorial Scholarship Fund through the McKinney Education Foundation.<\/p>\n
3. Gobble Hobble Turkey Trot<\/p>\n
The city of Richardson is hosting the 20th annual Gobble Hobble Turkey Trot. Registration and on-site packet pickup begin at 7 a.m. The event includes both a timed 5K and a 1-mile family fun run, as well as a fun zone with games and a photo booth.<\/p>\n
4. Plano Turkey Trot<\/p>\n
The eighth annual Plano Turkey Trot will include a 5K run or walk, a children\u2019s division fun run for ages 11 and under, and a children\u2019s 100-meter dash for ages 8 and under. Runners can enjoy doughnuts from Shipley Do-Nuts at the finish line.<\/p>\n
5. Scheels North Texas Turkey Trot<\/p>\n
This downtown Frisco event will include a 5K race, a 10K race and a Miracle Mile fun run. The event will benefit the Miracle League of Frisco.<\/p>\n
6. Believe McKinney 5K and fun run<\/p>\n
The proceeds of this year\u2019s 5K and 1-mile fun run event will benefit two McKinney organizations: Alliance of Elite Youth Leadership and Holy Family School. Prior to the race start, a Santa Chase event will be held at 8 a.m. for children ages 12 and under.<\/p>\n
7. Santa Scurry 5K<\/p>\n
This evening event, which is coupled with the Keller Holly Days event, includes a 5K as well as a youth 5K race for children ages 12 and under.<\/p>\n
8. Reindeer Run<\/p>\n
This event, hosted by the Flower Mound Rotary, is part of the Town Christmas program and includes a 5K run as well as a 1-mile Grinch Sprint run for children. The 5K is stroller-capable, and holiday attire is encouraged.<\/p>\n
9. Chasin\u2019 Christmas<\/p>\n
This holiday-themed event will include both a 5K and 10K, as well as a new children\u2019s sprint event.<\/p>\n
10. Reindeer Romp 5K<\/p>\n
The 18th annual event will include holiday entertainment such as live reindeer and hot chocolate in addition to a 5K race and 1-mile fun run. The event at Alliance Airport benefits the Northwest ISD elementary schools’ physical education departments.<\/p>\n