Even though the holiday season is right around the corner, temperatures in Southwest Florida are just beginning to cool down. With the sun still shining and temperatures dropping slightly, November is the perfect month to get active outdoors. All month long, organizations throughout Naples host exciting races for runners and walkers alike that benefit causes across the Paradise Coast. Get the harvest season off to a running start with these fun races.
- Old Naples 10k — 1161 3rd St. S., Naples, FL 34102 | Nov 9
Take an early-morning jog through downtown in the Old Naples 10k. The 10k will begin bright and early at 7:30 am. Plus, bring the kids along for the KIDSCAN 2k Fun Run & Walk starting at 8 am. Get your exercise in for the day and support a great cause! Proceeds from this 10k will benefit the Cancer Alliance of Naples and the Garden of Hope and Courage. After the event, there will be family-friendly activities along Third Street South, and many surrounding restaurants will offer special promotions for racers. - 2019 Walk to End Alzheimer's — North Collier Regional Park 15000 Livingston Rd., Naples, FL 34109 | Nov 16
Alzheimer's is a tragic disease that impacts the lives of countless families. The 2019 Walk to End Alzheimer's brings the Naples community together to raise awareness and lead the way to a cure. Help the Alzheimer's Association in their battle against this disease by gathering a group of your family and friends to walk. The proceeds raised at this event will help them reach their goal of $132,000 dedicated to Alzheimer's awareness and research efforts. - Fall Classic Half Marathon & 5k — Sugden Regional Park 4284 Avalon Dr., Naples, FL 34112 | Nov 24
Each year, the South Florida Half Marathon Tour races its way into town for the Naples Fall Classic Half Marathon & 5k. This is one of the most scenic races in the area, offering gorgeous views of the Sugden Regional Park and Isles of Collier Preserve community. Along with a t-shirt and medal, all racers will also receive free photos and a video of the race.
Thanksgiving Day Races Near Naples
Hungry for more exhilarating 5k fun? Make some room for Thanksgiving dinner with these holiday races!
- 40th Annual Turkey Trot — Wellness Center of Cape Coral 609 SE 13th Ct., Cape Coral, FL 33990 | Nov 28
For nearly half of a century, flocks of toms and hens have come out to the Turkey Trot 5k. This family-friendly Thanksgiving morning event features a 5k run/walk as well as a mile-long fun run and even a tot trot for the little ones. Funds raised from these three races are given back to the community via scholarships for young runners and local programs that encourage active lifestyles. - The Thanksgiving Day Gobble Gobble Four Miler — The Village on Venetian Bay 4200 Gulf Shore Blvd N., Naples, FL 34103 | Nov 28
Start the holiday weekend off right with a fun run that funds local charities. The Gobble Gobble Four Miler is an annual family tradition in Naples promoting sustainability and environmental awareness. Four races fill the morning — a one-mile fun run, a competitive timed event, a four-mile fun run, and the Lil' Gobbler's dash for children. All proceeds from these races go to St. Matthew's House, which helps the homeless and hungry. - Thanksgiving 5k at Cambier Park — Cambier Park and Norris Center 8th St. S., Naples, FL 34102 | Nov 28
The Thanksgiving 5k at Cambier Park is much more than a race. After runners complete the course through downtown Naples, they can enjoy plenty of festivities around Cambier Park. Apple cider and pumpkin pie will be on-hand to snack on while you give thanks for such a wonderful community. This race also benefits St. Matthew's House, and if you can't run or walk in the event, you can still help out by donating canned goods or clothing.
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