# Gilbert Turkey Trot 5K and Family Fun Run 1 Mile

> Event for families in the Phoenix–Mesa–Chandler area (AZ). Times are Arizona Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Where: SanTan Village, 2218 E Williams Field Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295
- Ages: All ages; 1-mile family fun run
- Price: Family Fun Run $26.95, 5K $33.95 (rise after early registrants)
- Organizer: Gilbert Turkey Trot
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=65828
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Gilbert's Thanksgiving morning run at SanTan Village: the 1-mile Family Fun Run goes off at 8:30 am and the 5K at 9:00 am, with 100% of proceeds going to local nonprofits that serve children. Strollers are welcome (line up at the back for the 5K); dogs can watch on a leash but not run. Packet pickup is the day before, 4–7 pm, in the lot west of la Madeleine.

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