Back of the Yards Turkey Run

Back of the Yards 5K Turkey Run is a family-friendly running/walking event in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood. The course begins at the historic Union Stockyards Gate and travels through the Stockyards Industrial Park and surrounding streets for a 5K. The atmosphere emphasizes community and healthy activity for all ages, with a post-race area offering coffee, champurrado, tamales, and pan dulce.

The race packet includes a commemorative T-shirt, bib, and a medal for the first 1,000 finishers. Parking guidance encourages ridesharing and public transit; organizers are sponsored by the Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council and local SSA districts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.