Feast and Feathers Trail Races
Omaha's Feast and Feathers offers a Thanksgiving trail run tradition benefiting a local food bank.
Race Date
Nov 26, 2026
Location
Omaha, NE
Quick facts
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Location
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 5K run | kids run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Feast and Feathers Trail Races transform Thanksgiving morning into a community-focused event centered around Lake Cunningham in Omaha, Nebraska. This race series, which includes a half marathon, 10K, and 5K, has become a beloved tradition, with all proceeds benefiting the Food Bank for the Heartland.
Runners can test their endurance on the trails of Lake Cunningham, tackling a course described as having hills, particularly in the 10K. The typical race-day weather in late November brings crisp, cool temperatures, making for a refreshing start to the holiday.
Beyond the run itself, the event emphasizes its charitable impact, aiming to help feed the hungry. It’s a chance for participants to give back while enjoying a scenic, festive start to their Thanksgiving Day.
Race-provided description
Thanksgiving Day 11/26/26 Lake Cunningham Omaha, Nebraska Race Details Our Impact Volunteer Sponsorship Donate Help us feed the hungry while running the best Thanksgiving trail run in Omaha! Registration Opens June 1! Donate to the Food Bank A trail run for everyone. Half Marathon Test your endurance and make unforgettable memories in our scenic Thanksgiving morning half marathon, a tradition that benefits Food Bank for the Heartland! 10K Push your limits and experience the thrill of victory over the hills of Lake Cunningham in our exciting Thanksgiving morning 10K, a beloved tradition supporting Food Bank for the Heartland! 5K Challenge yourself and achieve new milestones by joining our Thanksgiving morning 5K, a cherished tradition with all proceeds benefiting Food Bank for the Heartland
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Park
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 10 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 44°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
28°
Afternoon (High)
44°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.0"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Feast and Feathers Trail Races?
The Feast and Feathers Trail Races is held on Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Where does the Feast and Feathers Trail Races take place?
It takes place in Omaha, Nebraska.
What distances does the Feast and Feathers Trail Races offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 5K run | kids run.
Is the Feast and Feathers Trail Races course flat and good for a PR?
The Feast and Feathers Trail Races is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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