Turkey Trot Family Tradition 5k
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5k Turkey Trot Family Tradition 2026 : Elmwood Park, IL
The 7th Annual Turkey Trot 5K/Walk Family Tradition is a community running and walking event held on November 26, 2026 in Elmwood Park, Illinois. The venue is listed at 7503 W Diversey Ave and is described as a community hub focused on health and lifestyle.
The event invites runners, walkers, families, and companion animals. Participants are encouraged to come with strollers or in costume; kids and furry friends are explicitly welcome. A live DJ is scheduled as part of the event atmosphere. The organizer frames the event as a way to begin Thanksgiving with movement and gratitude and to mark seven years of community activity.
Distances and formats include:
- 5k
- Kids 5k
- 1 Mile Walk
Registration fees shown for events are $25 for the 5k, $20 for the Kids 5k, and $25 for the 1 Mile Walk. Prices are noted to increase after February 28, 2026. Volunteer opportunities are mentioned for the event and several community organizations are linked as partners.
The description emphasizes a family friendly setting, community spirit, and inclusion of two and four legged participants without specifying competitive details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
