2nd Annual Arlington Heights Turkey Trot will be held on Thursday, November 26th, at South Middle School. Entry Fee: $20 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 run—it’s an opportunity to give back while celebrating health, gratitude, and togetherness. Your $20 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 day—bring 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. Let’s make this Thanksgiving about more than just the feast—let’s 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.
Medals will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd overall male and female finishers, along with the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd finishers in each age division. Ribbons will be given to the Kids' Fun Run Participants. Divisions: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 and older Medals & Ribbons will be handed out on the infield of the Matt Ives Memorial Track. Awards will only be awarded to those participating in the in-person events. Virtual race results
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $20.00 | Jul 7 | Nov 26 |
| 100m | $10.00 | Jul 7 | Nov 26 |
Race Day Registration & Race Bib Pickup – 7:30 am Race Day Registration & Race Bib Pickup Ends - 8:45 am Kids Fun Run – 8:30 am National Anthem – 8:50 am 5k (Wheelchair Division) – 8:55 am 5K Race – 9:00 am Awards – 10:00 am
Race Bib Pickup will take place on Wednesday, November 25th, 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 (25th), your race bib will be available on race morning.
Parking will be available in the Main Parking Lot at South Middle School. Parking Option 2: Overflow parking will be directed to Our Lady of the Wayside Church, the Parking Lot on Ridge Street, north of their middle school building. Parking Option 3: Additional public parking can be found in Downtown Arlington Heights in their Public Parking Garages, a few blocks north of South Middle School. Please note, one of the garages is currently not operating at full capacity due to ongoing construction
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