116th Western & Southern Thanksgiving Day Race

in United States at TQL Stadium

RACE DAY REGISTRATION AT PACKET PICKUP Thursday, November 27 - Race Day There will also be additional registration and packet pick up at TQL Stadium on race day morning from 7am to 9am with limited supplies. Please note that we may sell out.

Western & Southern 10k Run/Walk - Individual Entry
• The optional long-sleeve T-shirt can be purchased during registration.
Online registration is closed for this category.
Chick-fil-A 5K Run/Walk - Individual Entry
• The optional long-sleeve T-shirt can be purchased during registration.
Online registration is closed for this category.
ProAmpac Kids Run (1/4 mile) - Ages 5-10 years old
• Includes a short-sleeve youth t-shirt, running gloves, finisher’s medal, and gift bag.
Online registration is closed for this category.
Family/Friends Group Entry for W & S 10k, Chick-fil-A 5k, ProAmpac Kids Run
• Reduce online fees by registering up to 4 people in one transaction!
Online registration is closed for this category.
Charitable Donation
• You can make an extra donation (not part of the race entry) to any of our local charities during registration, or RIGHT here if you are not running the race and just want to give! Thank you for your ThanksGIVING!
Online registration is closed for this category.
Purchase T-Shirts
• Limited quantities available!
This category does not include a race registration. Purchase merchandise only!
Online registration is closed for this category.
Transfer Individual Registration (From Person A to Person B)
• Original participant must transfer out of the event to receive a transfer code. The new participant must use the transfer code to transfer into the event.
Online registration is closed for this category.
Defer to 2026
Online registration is closed for this category.
Withdrawn
Online registration is closed for this category.
Corporate Registration - W & S 10k, Chick-fil-A 5k, ProAmpac Kids Run
• Requires a corporate code that will pay for your registration and T-shirt.
Online registration is closed for this category.

Two Courses and One Big Finish!

We have expanded courses for both the Western & Southern 10k and the Chick-fil-A 5k! The Cincinnati Police and other City leaders have helped us open more roads to create a safer, smoother, and FASTER event! Both races will start together and eventually split in a very “orderly” way. Strollers are allowed for both races. We hope you can start towards the back of the starting line for safety reasons.

Important Course Information:
No dogs are allowed on the course.
No motorized vehicles of any kind are allowed on the course.

The Chick-fil-A 5k (3.1) Mile Run/Walk!

The Chick-fil-A 5k Run/Walk is a fun distance for everyone—walkers, beginning joggers, rockstar runners. You can burn some calories, feel amazing, and get done sooner. It’s great for the whole family, and costs less to participate! We have expanded the course, so there’s more space for all your family and friends. What a great tradition for you and your family! Strollers are allowed for both races. We hope you can start towards the back of the starting line for safety reasons.

Important Course Information:
No dogs are allowed on the course.
No motorized vehicles of any kind are allowed on the course.

The Big Day

Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, November 27, 2025
TQL Stadium

The W & S 10k and the Chick-fil-A 5k will start together at 9am.
ProAmpac Kids Fun Run (ages 5-10) at 8:30am.

Western & Southern Thanksgiving Day Race Long Sleeve Shirt

Commemorative shirts are on sale for $25!

ProAmpac Kids Fun Run

The ProAmpac Kids Fun Run is a quarter-mile course that begins at the BIG starting line on Central Parkway at 8:30am. You will be able to see your children run the course, and be there at the finish line to award them their medal. They will receive a free t-shirt, swag bag, and finishers’ medal.

Fleet Feet Packet Pick Up and Registration at TQL Stadium

All your stuff will be ready when you come over to our race headquarters inside TQL Stadium at the First Financial Club. You can also register onsite, purchase additional shirts, pick up other people’s packets or shop in the Fleet Feet Expo. What a day! Parking is free inside the East Garage.

Tuesday, November 25, 10am to 5:30pm.
Wednesday, November 26, 10am to 5:30pm.
Thursday, November 27, Race Day morning, 7am to 8:30am.

Race Courses & Elevations

View the W & S 10k Course and Elevation

View the Chick-Fil-A 5k Course and Elevation

View the 10k/5k race split sponsored by Journey Advisory Group.

View the ProAmpac Kids Fun Run

Important Course Information:
No dogs are allowed on the course.
No motorized vehicles of any kind are allowed on the course.

Awards

Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers for men and women in the 5k and 10k.

Parking for Everyone on Race Day

Whether you’re doing the W&S 10k or the Chick-fil-A 5k, there are lots of parking options on race day throughout Downtown and OTR. In addition to on-street parking, here are several great garages that are offering a special flat rate of only $5 on race day.

Washington Park Garage – 1310 Elm Street
Mercer Commons Garage – 1310 Vine Street
Kroger Garage – 107 E. Central Parkway
Town Center Garage – 1251 Central Parkway
Findlay Market Garage - 1810 Logan Street

Prepaid Parking ($5 rate) available for locations below (must arrive by 8:30am):
West End Garage – 1530 John Street
North Lot – 1559 Central Avenue (W. Liberty Street at corner of Central Avenue)
West End Garage & North Lot pre-purchase here.

As a reminder, parking is free in the East Garage. for packet pickup on Tuesday, November 25 and Wednesday, November 26.