Turkey Trot draws thousands for the Naperville Noon Lions annual Thanksgiving Day run.
The sun may have been hiding, but that didn't matter much to the more than 7,000 runners who showed up at Naperville Central Thursday morning ready to run. The Naperville Noon Lions Turkey Trot was sold out and 7,700 runners registered for the race, said Paul Rewerts of the Noon Lions. He said things went pretty well, except there were more runners than T-shirts and some racers didn't get their shirt this year. Money raised from the 5K race goes toward programs to help those with sight and hearing disorders, diabetes as well as those in need in the Naperville area. Crowds filled the gym at Naperville Central prior to the race and there was barely room to move. Some runners sported fashionable turkey hats while others wore full turkey …
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The Naperville Noon Lions Turkey Trot consistently draws thousands of runners. This year the race is capped at 7,500.
We have yet to celebrate Halloween, so Thanksgiving may not be on the radar yet. But, it’s never to early to start planning and if you want a great way to burn a few calories on Thanksgiving morning before you sit down to feast, the 14th annual Naperville Turkey Trot 5K is a great option. Registration for the race is open and the cutoff is 7,500 runners this year. So, don’t delay if you want to race. Last year, those who arrived the morning of the race were out of luck because the race sold out. I have personally participated in the event the last three years and it’s a fun family event. Whether you are a hard-core runner seeking a personal record or a family with tots in tow, the race is a fun way to start the day. Some runners dress in …
