
Glenview Gobbler 5K Run/Walk and Dash
Thu, Nov 26, 2026, 8:00 AM CST
- Location
- Glenview, IL
- Jackman Park 1930 Prairie St, 60025
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A festive Thanksgiving morning 5K through scenic, tree-lined streets, supporting vital community programs and student well-being.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Festive
- For a Cause
Great for
- Faith & Community
- Family Friendly
Start your Thanksgiving morning with the inaugural Glenview Gobbler 5K Run/Walk and Dash, a festive event designed for all ages and fitness levels. This family-friendly race winds through the scenic, tree-lined streets of Glenview’s Swainwood neighborhood on a primarily flat, paved course. Your participation supports the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Men’s Club and the Grace Network, contributing to vital community programs and essential hygiene support for students in Chicago.
What to expect
- Enjoy a family-friendly 5K run or walk on Thanksgiving morning.
- Navigate a primarily flat, paved course through Glenview’s scenic Swainwood neighborhood.
- Support local community initiatives and hygiene programs for students.
Standout details
- Thanksgiving morning tradition
- Supports local community and students
- Flat, paved course
- Scenic, tree-lined streets
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Distances & registration
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Thu, Nov 26, 8:00 AM CST · From $38.10
Opens Jul 14, 2026, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Nov 22, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
- 5K
Thu, Nov 26, 8:00 AM CST · From $54.00
Opens Nov 22, 2026, 9:47 PM CST · Closes Nov 26, 2026, 3:00 AM CST
- 50 Yards
Thu, Nov 26, 8:00 AM CST · From $16.90
Opens Jul 15, 2026, 7:06 AM CDT · Closes Nov 21, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Flat road course
The course
- Road
- Flat
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Men’s Club, in partnership with the Grace Network, proudly announces the inaugural Glenview Gobbler 5K Run and Gobbler Dash—a festive event supporting the impactful work of both organizations.
The race will take place on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27th, at 8:00 AM, beginning and ending in Jackman Park and winding through the scenic, tree-lined streets of Glenview’s Swainwood neighborhood. This family-friendly run features a primarily flat, paved course, making it accessible and enjoyable for participants of all ages and fitness levels.
Packet Pickup will be at Hickey Hall in the OLPH Parish Center on Monday November 24th from 5:00PM until 7:00PM.
1775 Grove Street
Glenview, Il 60026
Morning of Packet Pickup will be at Jackman Park under the Gazebo from 7:00AM until 7:45AM.
The OLPH Men’s Club is dedicated to enriching the parish and wider community through a wide array of programs, including the School Athletic Fund, Teacher’s Fund, Classroom Technology upgrades, Religious Education, After School Clubs, and Roundball. The Club also provides key support to the Youth Group, Endowment Fund, Sr. Paulanne’s Needy Family Fund, and the parish’s Capital Campaign, helping ensure meaningful spiritual, educational, and philanthropic impact.
Grace Network shares this spirit of service, operating in over 140 schools across Chicago to support students facing hygiene insecurity. Their year-round care closets provide essential health and hygiene items, helping keep kids in school, preserve dignity, and promote equity—guided by the belief that small acts of grace can empower future leaders and strengthen communities from within.
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