Give Cancer the Bird 2026 — Mcminnville, OR

Date
November 26, 2026
Location
Mcminnville, OR
Venue
500 NE Captain Michael King Smith Way
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
7:25 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
Give Cancer the Bird

The Give Cancer the Bird 5K starts at 8:00 AM on November 26, 2026, in McMinnville, Oregon at 500 NE Captain Michael King Smith Way. Entry is $25.00.

From the Race Organizer
American Cancer Society Thanksgiving Day 5k run/walk. The whole family is welcome, including pets on a leash!

Course & Travel Notes

Give Cancer the Bird takes place in McMinnville, Oregon, 21.5 miles from Salem-Willamette Valley Airport/McNary Field (SLE). The venue sits at 164 feet elevation with a race-day start time of 8:00 AM, 35 minutes after sunrise at 7:25 AM. November typically brings average highs of 53°F and average lows of 38°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 64% of days.

⛰️ 164 ft elevation☀️ Typically 53°F / 38°F · 64% chance of rain✈️ Salem-Willamette Valley Airport/McNary Field (SLE) — 21.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Give Cancer the Bird 2026 — Mcminnville, OR?

Give Cancer the Bird 2026 — Mcminnville, OR takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Mcminnville, Oregon.

Where is Give Cancer the Bird 2026 — Mcminnville, OR held?

Give Cancer the Bird 2026 — Mcminnville, OR is held at 500 NE Captain Michael King Smith Way in Mcminnville, Oregon.

Where can I find hotels near Give Cancer the Bird 2026 — Mcminnville, OR?

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