Date/Time
Date(s) - 11/15/2026
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Stockyards Garage
Categories
Join Us for the Annual Back of the Yards 5K Turkey Run/Walk!
Celebrate community, health, and tradition with the Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council at our annual 5K Turkey Run/Walk!
Starting Point: Historic Union Stockyards Gate (41st Street & Halstead Ave)
Route: Through the Stockyard Industrial Park and surrounding neighborhood
Who: Fun for the whole family!
Race Packet Includes:
• Commemorative race t-shirt*
• Timed bib
• Medal
Shakeout Run will be on November 14th with Daily Routine Run Club and Trinity Squad Fitness. Time is TBD.
After crossing the finish line, enjoy post-race treats including coffee, champurrado, tamales, and pan dulce — the perfect way to warm up and celebrate with the community!
Don’t miss out on this festive, family-friendly event — lace up and join the fun!
*Please note that if you registered after Friday, October 30, 2026, your registration does not include a race t-shirt.
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¡Únete a la Carrera/Caminata Anual de Pavo de 5K en Back of the Yards!
¡Celebra la comunidad, la salud y la tradición con el Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council en nuestra carrera/caminata anual de pavo de 5 kilómetros!
Punto de inicio: El histórico Arco de los Union Stockyards (41st Street & Halstead Ave.)
Recorrido: A través del Parque Industrial de los Stockyards y vecindarios cercanos
Quiénes pueden participar: ¡Diversión para toda la familia!
El paquete de corredor incluye:
• Camiseta conmemorativa del evento*
• Número con chip de cronometraje
• Medalla
La carrera de activación (*shakeout run*) se llevará a cabo el 14 de noviembre con Daily Routine Run Club y Trinity Squad Fitness. La hora está por confirmarse.
Al finalizar la carrera, disfruta de deliciosos antojitos como café, champurrado, tamales y pan dulce — ¡la manera perfecta de celebrar en comunidad!
¡No te pierdas este evento festivo y familiar! ¡Amárrate los tenis y acompáñanos!
*Tenga en cuenta que si se registró después del viernes 30 de octubre, su inscripción no incluye la camiseta de la carrera.
Become a Sponsor
We are excited to invite you to partner with us for the 4th Annual Back of the Yards 5K Turkey Run/Walk! This family-friendly event promotes health, wellness, and community connection by creating a safe and welcoming space for residents of all ages. Funds raised support BYNC’s youth programs, including the Youth Leadership & Community Safety Council, Ballet Folklorico, and Hoops in the Hood, which provide young people with opportunities to stay active, develop leadership skills, and build meaningful relationships.
To find out about the sponsorship opportunities click on the link below.