Gurnee, IL – Before the Thanksgiving feast begins, residents of Gurnee are invited to lace up their running shoes for a local tradition that gives back. The 31st Annual Village of Gurnee Turkey Trot returns Thanksgiving morning, offering a 5K run and walk for participants of all ages and fitness levels.
According to the Gurnee Police Department, the event kicks off on Thanksgiving morning and is open to both runners and walkers. Early registration is $30, while day-of entry costs $35. The first 350 participants will receive a commemorative Turkey Trot shirt on a first-come, first-served basis.
Organizers say proceeds from the event will support several community and charitable initiatives, including Comer Children’s Hospital Cancer Research, the District 56 Program for Learning Disabled, the Gurnee Community Church, a local food bank, and a family facing medical hardship.
Residents who can’t participate in the 5K can still contribute—donations are accepted through the official registration page.
The family-friendly event encourages locals to “make memories, give back, and earn that pumpkin pie” before the holiday meal begins.
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