McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot for Hospice

NOV
26
2026
Celebrate Thanksgiving at the McHenry Turkey Trot 5K. This community run supports local organizations including therapeutic farms and autism education centers while offering a 3.1 mile course through McHenry.
Thu 26 Nov 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K is a community running event scheduled for Thanksgiving Day in McHenry, Illinois. The event starts and finishes at 1012 N Green St. This edition of the race is presented by Symphony Financial and serves as a fundraising effort to support local community organizations.

The proceeds from the event benefit three specific regional partners. These include Main Stay Therapeutic Farm, which provides animal-assisted therapy; the Alexander Leigh Center for Autism, which offers specialized education for children; and the Youth and Family Center of McHenry County, which provides advocacy and resources for local families.

Race Information

Participants can choose the following distance:

  • 5K (3.1 miles)

Participants have multiple options for collecting their race materials. Advanced packet pickup is organized on the day before the race at the McHenry Recreation Center on Municipal Drive. Additionally, the event provides same-day packet pickup starting in the morning within the gym at the race location. The registration fee for the 5K event is set at $35.00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km