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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
1403 Sycamore Rd, Dekalb IL
5K
28–42°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
29–41°F
dry
2024
23–37°F
dry
2023
25–33°F
rain
2022
34–52°F
dry
2021
17–31°F
dry
2020
36–47°F
dry
2019
30–47°F
rain
2018
19–33°F
rain
2017
24–48°F
dry
2016
29–47°F
dry
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About this race
Get your steps in before the feast! Join us for our Annual Giving Thanks 5K!
Grab the people you're thankful for and come on out for a family friendly race on Thanksgiving morning at 8am in Hopkins Park in DeKalb, IL. This fun course is perfect for serious runners, joggers, and even those who would like to take a stroll with family and friends. The Giving Thanks 5K is a great way to kick off your holiday with gratitude!
Event Details
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Location: 1403 Sycamore Rd, Dekalb, IL
- Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Course: Suitable for runners, joggers, and walkers
Purpose
All proceeds go to local nonprofit, Neighbors' House. Your participation helps provide over 150 DeKalb County students with academic and relational support throughout the year through After School Kids Club, Summer Reading Vacation, and more. Thanks for loving our neighbors!
More Information
For more details and to register for the race, visit the official race page: Giving Thanks 5K.
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