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Doug Opel's Run for the Kids

November 26, 2026
Sheboygan, WI 53081 US

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Get Ready to Run, Gobble, and Give Back! 

Join us Thanksgiving morning for the 50th Annual Y Doug Opel’s Run for the Kids — a festive tradition that brings families, friends, and flocks of all kinds together for a morning of movement, memories, and meaningful giving.

Round up your crew and hit the starting line! Whether you're a family of five or a group of coworkers in matching turkey hats, we've got two special awards waiting for you:

  • Family Flock Award – Gather your relatives and race as a unit! The more family members you sign up, the better your chances of snagging this coveted honor.
  • Gobbler Gallop Award – Not racing with family? No problem! Rally your run club, work squad, or trivia team—any group with a fun connection—for a shot at this spirited award.

Why We Run: Every registration helps sponsor a local at-risk child at the Sheboygan County YMCA. Lace up for a cause and make a difference in a kid's life.

Race Details:

Chip-timed for 1 hour and 15 minutes after the start

Choose your race swag! Options include:

  • Race Entry Only
  • Entry + Long-Sleeve Dri-Fit Shirt
  • Entry + Long-Sleeve Cotton Shirt
  • Entry + Cozy Crew Neck Sweatshirt
    Sizes & styles guaranteed through November 12th—so don’t wait!

Show Us Your Flock!
Snap those Turkey Trot pics and tag us on social using:
#SheboyganYMCA #YDougOpelsRunforKids #ThanksgivingDay2026

Packet Pick-Up:
Sheboygan YMCA
812 Broughton Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53081

  • Wednesday, Nov 25: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday, Nov 26 (Race Day): 7:30 AM – 9:15 AM

Let’s start Thanksgiving Day on the right foot—see you at the start line!

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Location

The Sheboygan YMCA
812 Broughton Drive
Sheboygan, WI 53081 US View Location on Map

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