5k Turkey Trot Family Tradition 2026
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Distance
- 5k · Kids 5k · 1 Mile Walk
From the Organizer
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!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
43°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Ohare Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Elmwood Park, IL
Population
23,982
as of 2023
Elevation
627 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Days to train
- Race
- 5k Turkey Trot Family Tradition 2026
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 5k Turkey Trot Family Tradition 2026?
- 5k Turkey Trot Family Tradition 2026 is a running race held in Elmwood Park, Illinois on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 5k Turkey Trot Family Tradition 2026?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Elmwood Park, Illinois at 7503 W Diversey AVE, Elmwood Park, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 5k Turkey Trot Family Tradition 2026?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
5k Turkey Trot Family Tradition 2026
Nov 26, 2026