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Date:
Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
7503 W Diversey AVE
Elmwood Park, Illinois
60707
United States
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1 Miles 5k Run Walk

7th Annual Turkey Trot 5K/Walk Family Tradition

Join us for the 7th Annual Turkey Trot 5K, a beloved family tradition celebrating seven years of community, movement, and gratitude! This special anniversary event invites runners, walkers, family, and friends, and all four-legged companions to come together and kick off the holiday season in a healthy, fun, and festive way.

Wether you're racing for a personal best, walking with loved ones, pushing a stroller, or showing off your best turkey day costume, this event is designed for all ages, all fitness levels and all four legs.

What to EXpect:

  • Family-Friendly atmosphere kids, stroller, costumes, and furry friends welcome

  • A meaningful way to start Thanksgiving with movement and gratitude

  • Seven years of community spirit, smiles, and memories

  • Live DJ

Celebrate our 7th anniversary make new memories, and keep the tradition alive. We can't wait to welcome you and entire family two-legged and four-legged alike to the starting line of the 7th Annual Turkey Trot 5K/Walk Family Tradition 2026!

Race starts @ 9:30 runners/walkers

Race starts and end

@ Healthy Happy Body

7503 W. Diversey Ave.

Elwood Park IL 60707

Let's move together and make this Thanksgiving morning unforgettable!

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