Sheboygan YMCA Thanksgiving Run Marks 50th Year on Nov. 26

ByBrian Bateman
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Sheboygan, WI — Nov. 14, 2026

The 50th annual Y Doug Opel Run for the Kids is scheduled for Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 26, at the Sheboygan YMCA, 812 Broughton Drive. The event starts at 9:30 a.m.

Participants can choose a 2-mile walk, 2-mile run or 10K. Free children’s events are available for ages 14 and under.

Registration options

Online registration is listed through Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 1 p.m. CST. The YMCA also lists race-day registration from 7:30 to 9:15 a.m. on Nov. 26. Check the YMCA event listing for event details.

Proceeds support local families

Proceeds benefit the Sheboygan County YMCA Annual Support Campaign, which helps provide membership and camp assistance for local children, teens and families. The event offers a Thanksgiving morning activity while supporting programs that help make those opportunities more accessible.

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