Arlington Heights Turkey Trot

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From Tyler Stordahl

  • Date Thu 27th November 2025 - Sun 30th November 2025
  • Time 8:30AM CST
  • Location Arlington Heights, Illinois
  • Price Free - $11.60
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the Arlington Heights Turkey Trot, a heartwarming event organized by Tyler Stordahl, taking place from November 27th to November 30th, 2025, in Arlington Heights, Cook County. Kick off your Thanksgiving Day with purpose on Thursday, November 27th, at South Middle School, located at 400 S Highland Ave. The festivities begin bright and early with race bib pickup starting at 7:30 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:30 AM and the exciting 5K race at 9:00 AM.

This year's entry fee is a mere $10 donation, with all proceeds benefiting the Wheeling Township Food Pantry, ensuring that local families have the support they need during the holiday season. We encourage participants to bring along canned goods or non-perishable items to help stock the pantry’s shelves. Whether you choose to run, walk, or trot, you’ll be part of a generous community spirit that embodies health, gratitude, and giving back. Gather your friends and family for a morning of fitness and fun as we come together to make this Thanksgiving about more than just the feastβ€”let’s spread hope and joy throughout our community!

Organiser's Description

RACE BIB PICKUP will take place on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH, from 3:00-7:00 PM AT SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 400 S Highland Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, AND ON RACE DAY MORNING STARTING AT 7:30. If you can't pick up your bib on Wednesday, you can pick it up on the morning of the race near the front entrance of South Middle School. If you register on Wednesday (26th), your race bib will be available on race morning.

THIS YEARS RACE WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH, AT SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL.

* RACE DAY REGISTRATION & RACE BIB PICKUP 7:30 AM
* KIDS FUN RUN 8:30 AM
* 5K RACE 9:00 AM
* AWARDS 10:00 AM

ENTRY FEE: $10 DONATION (PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE WHEELING TOWNSHIP FOOD PANTRY)

Start your Thanksgiving Day by making a difference in your community! The Arlington Heights Turkey Trot is more than just a runits an opportunity to give back while celebrating health, gratitude, and togetherness.

Your $10 entry fee directly supports the Wheeling Township Food Pantry, helping local families in need during the holiday season. We also welcome and encourage food donations on race daybring canned goods or non-perishable items (see our list below for what's needed most) to help stock the shelves and spread holiday cheer.

Whether you run, walk, or trot, every participant contributes to a meaningful cause. Gather your friends, family, and neighbors, and join us for a fun-filled morning of fitness, community spirit, and generosity.

MOVE WITH PURPOSE. GIVE WITH HEART.
_LETS MAKE THIS THANKSGIVING ABOUT MORE THAN JUST THE FEASTLETS MAKE IT ABOUT FEEDING HOPE._

THE FOOD PANTRY IS IN THE MOST NEED OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

* Baking products
* Beans
* Instant Potatoes
* Canned fish
* Cereal
* Condiments
* Canned fruit & Meat
* Applesauce
* Pancake Mix & Syrup
* Snacks such as granola bars or fruit snacks.
* Jewel or Aldi gift cards for $25 or less.

RACE BIB PICKUP will take place on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH, from 3:00-7:00 PM AT SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 400 S Highland Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, AND ON RACE DAY MORNING STARTING AT 7:00 AM. If you can't pick up your bib on Wednesday, you can pick it up on the morning of the race near the front entrance of South Middle School. If you register on Wednesday (26th), your race bib will be available on race morning.

Races

  • 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM CST)

    $11.60

    CLOSED
  • Kids Fun Run

    Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM CST)

    Free

    CLOSED
    This will be a 100m Dash on South's Matt Ives Memorial Track, for ages 11 & under.
  • 5K Wheelchair Devision

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Thu 27th November 2025 (9:00AM CST)

    $11.60

    CLOSED
  • Virtual 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    $11.60

    CLOSED

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Location

400 S HIGHLAND AVE, Arlington Heights, 60005-1868, IL, United States

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