8am Thu. Nov. 28

12th Annual Festival Foods Turkey Trot

Participate in either a 5-mile run or an untimed 2-mile fun run/walk and is ope to everyone of all ages and abilities. Bring your favorite cuddly companion for the 2-mile Dog Jog. Meant for the whole family, not just seasoned athletes. Up-beat music, free long-sleeved shirts, and pumpkin pie.

Hobbs Ice Arena 915 Menomonie St., Eau Claire

Cost: Registration information online

2:45pm Sat. Nov. 30

8th Annual Run for the Lights 5K/1M

A family orientated 5k and 1 Mile Run/Walk through the Irvine Park and the Christmas Village. Proceeds go to the Christmas Village. Chip timed 5k. There will be awards, refreshments, and treats after the race.

Irvine Park Bridgewater Avenue, Chippewa Falls

Cost: Registration information online

Age: All ages

10am-noon Sat. Dec. 7

Frigid 8 and Thermal 3

Indianhead Track Club's 50th Anniversary Frigid 8 and Thermal 3 run/walk. First 200 registrants will receive a 50th Anniversary Hoody! Plenty of food, hot beverages and cold beverages are available after the race, and of course, runners can have their fill of home-cooked chili.

Our Savior's Lutheran Church 1300 Mansfield, Chippewa Falls

Cost: $25 until November 27; $35

Age: All Ages