Giving Thanks 5K - DeKalb

NOV

26

2026

A family friendly 5K in DeKalb on November 26, 2026 with in-person and virtual adult and youth entries; proceeds support Neighbors' House programs for local students.

Thu 26 Nov 2026

DeKalb, Illinois

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5 kilometers

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Giving Thanks 5K - DeKalb

The Giving Thanks 5K is an annual 5-kilometer event on November 26, 2026 in Hopkins Park, DeKalb, Illinois (1403 Sycamore Rd, 60115). The event offers both in-person and virtual options with separate adult and youth entries. Youth entries are for ages 5 to 17. In-person participation is family friendly; dogs and bikes are not allowed.

Registration opens August 16, 2026 and closes November 9, 2026. Fees listed for the event include $35.00 for adult entries and $20.00 for youth entries; the same fee structure applies to virtual entries.

All proceeds support the local nonprofit Neighbors' House. Funds help provide academic and relational support for over 150 DeKalb County students through programs such as After School Kids Club and Summer Reading Vacation, among other services. The description of the course in the source highlights that it accommodates runners, joggers, and walkers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run/walk - Youth (in-Person)

5 km

5k Run/walk - Adult (in-Person)