New Salem Children's Center Turkey Trot
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New Salem Children's Center Turkey Trot
New Salem Children's Center organizes a community Turkey Trot in Petersburg, Illinois at 15588 History Ln. The event includes a timed 5K Run/Walk and an untimed Fun Run aimed at families and community members. Participants are invited to wear Thanksgiving or turkey-themed costumes. Local food vendors and a photo booth are listed among on-site activities.
Registration opens 2026-09-02 and closes 2026-10-01. Listed registration fees are $25.00 for the 5K and $15.00 for the Fun Run. The event notes early-bird T-shirt availability.
Packet pick-up is scheduled for Friday 2026-11-13 with time and location to be determined, and for Saturday 2026-11-14 near the start/finish line.
Awards are listed as follows: overall top 1 male and top 1 female by gun time, and age-group awards for top 1 male and top 1 female by net time in these age divisions: 10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 & Over. Age group double dipping is not allowed.
The stated fundraising goal is to replace the ground covering on the playground at New Salem Children's Center to improve safety and play space for the children. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
