Michiana's Thanksgiving Tradition is a community event to be shared with loved ones - family & friends. Thanksgiving is such a wonderful time to spend together - a time of gratitude for all we have!
An event on Thanksgiving morning? What?
It's a great way to get some fresh air, "burn it forward" 🥧, and do something for others at the same time. Every dime raised through your entry fees goes right to Faith Mission of Michiana to help feed and house those in need as our sponsors cover the fixed cost of the event.
Be sure to ask around your work, friends, and people in your neighborhood - do they have something to do on Thanksgiving? Invite them to join you!
Distance Options:
10k Run, 5k Run, 5k Walk:
You will begin on Jackson Street in Elkhart and run through the north end of town, then loop around through the historic neighborhood of Strong Avenue, with its wider streets and unique homes! We spread people out at the start so that you can go at your own pace and enjoy your morning.
The 10k runs most of the same 5K course, as well as an additional mile around the Strong Avenue neighborhood and a lap around McNaughton park, which includes one small hill, to make up the additional 3.1 miles.
1mile Walk:
This is a lovely walk around Island Park, which you reach by crossing a bridge over the river. The trees are turning and it makes for lovely photo ops.
Not a runner, that's ok!
You can bring the stroller or your dog with your coffee and get your steps in with your house guests before the days festivities!
