Thanksgiving Day Races to be Part of Greenway 20th Celebration
The Cleveland/Bradley County Greenway is partnering with Terra Running Company of Cleveland to sponsor several celebratory races in conjunction with Terra’s traditional Thanksgiving Day 5k on Thanksgiving morning, November 25 at Tinsley Park.
The races, which range from a 20K to a 2-mile walk will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the greenway being a part of our community. The races will culminate a year of celebration that has included commemorative banners on the greenway, placement of a piece of new public art, and other recognitions.
“We wanted to have some kind of event where everyone who wants to can participate,” said Cameron Fisher, chairman of the Cleveland/Bradley County Greenway Board. “It made sense to host a commemorative race/walk, as the Thanksgiving Day 5k and other races have become a mainstay of events that happen on the greenway.”
“This is a one-time event to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of our beloved Greenway!” stated Brittany Katz, owner of Terra Running Company. “The Thanksgiving Day 5k will be combined with the celebration making for a once in a lifetime opportunity you don't want to miss!” Katz shared that the distances were designed to allow the whole family to participate, from a seasoned runner to someone who enjoys a leisurely stroll on the greenway.
Fisher explained the idea to add several race distances that represent the 20th anniversary of the greenway, starting with a 20K (12.43 miles). There will also be a relay option with the 20K allowing for a team of four participants to each run a 5K (3.1 miles). The traditional 5K will also be offered, as well as a 2.0-mile walk/run. All will originate from a starting point located at Tinsley Park near the Dog Park.
For those who wish to participate remotely, there will be a virtual option for the 5K, 20K and 2-miler. All registered virtual participants receive the same items as in-person.
Registered participants will receive a t-shirt commemorating the anniversary, which will include a map of the greenway on the back of the shirt that matches the map displayed on way-finding signs along the greenway. Participants will also receive the traditional beanie as part of the registration fee.
“Registration will be limited due to the parking capacity at Tinsley Park, so participants are requested to register early,” Katz stated. “Early registration also allows ample time to train for the chosen race(s).” Katz went on to say that no exceptions can be made once registration caps are met and the 5k has filled up every year in the past. The numbers will likely be higher with the added race options.
More details regarding race fees, the courses, timing, packet pickup, and other information is available by visiting runsignup.com/Race/TN/Cleveland/TDay5k.