Show up Thanksgiving Morning
Whether you run, walk, or volunteer, your presence helps support local families facing difficult seasons.
Why People Show Up
More Than a Race
Every Thanksgiving morning, hundreds of people come together for something bigger than a finish line.
Some come to run. Some come to walk. Some come to hand out water, direct parking, or help make the morning possible. But everyone shows up for the same reason: to support families in our community who need it most.
This isn’t about pace or competition. It’s about starting Thanksgiving by doing something meaningful alongside your neighbors.
Everyone Is Welcome
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or pushing a stroller with coffee in hand, there’s a place for you here.
The Gratitude Run is a family-friendly 5K open to all ages and experience levels. There are no timing chips, rankings, or pressure - just a community moving together for a cause that matters.
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Bring your dog. Just show up.
What to Expect:
5K Run/Walk
Thanksgiving Morning
Peterswood Park
Family-friendly atmosphere
Dogs and strollers welcome
No timing chips or race pressure
Run or Walk
Volunteer
Help Make the Morning Possible
The Gratitude Run is powered by volunteers who give their time to help create a welcoming, meaningful experience for the community.
From setup and parking support to helping direct participants and assist throughout the event, volunteers play a huge role in making Thanksgiving morning special for everyone involved.
Whether you can give a few hours or want to become more involved year after year, we’d love to have you as part of the team.
Volunteer Opportunities May Include:
Event setup
Parking assistance
Registration support
Course support
Cleanup
General event assistance