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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
7503 W Diversey AVE, Elmwood Park IL
5K · 1 Mile
30–43°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
31–45°F
dry
2024
26–37°F
dry
2023
27–34°F
rain
2022
34–53°F
dry
2021
18–32°F
dry
2020
37–48°F
dry
2019
32–46°F
rain
2018
22–34°F
rain
2017
25–47°F
dry
2016
33–47°F
dry
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Typical start here is 30°F — see the cold-start kit →
About this race
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: providing entertainment for participants
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:
Race starts @ 9:30 runners/walkers
Race start and end location:
Healthy Happy Body
7503 W. Diversey Ave.
Elmwood Park, IL 60707
Let's move together and make this Thanksgiving morning unforgettable!
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