Gurnee, IL – The holiday season kicks off in stride this month as the 31st Annual Jon Callaghan Turkey Trot returns to Gurnee on November 27 at 8 a.m. The family-friendly 5K run/walk begins at Gurnee Fire Station 1, with check-in starting an hour earlier at 7 a.m.
According to the Gurnee Police Department, the event combines fitness and community spirit, with proceeds supporting local families, food banks, and cancer research. Organizers encourage both runners and walkers to join in on the fun, promoting the theme “Turkey, Trot, & Togetherness.”
Early registration is now open for $30, and the first 350 participants to sign up will receive a commemorative event shirt. The trot has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many in Lake County, drawing residents of all ages to celebrate health, gratitude, and giving back before the holiday feast.
Participants can register or learn more at gurneeturkeytrot2025.eventbrite.com.
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