Acworth Turkey Chase

Get ready for this annual Thanksgiving season tradition, presented by the City of Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department! For the past ten years, you have helped us stock local food pantries during the holiday season. All non-perishable food items are to benefit the Tackle Hunger Program.

On Saturday, November 17, enjoy an exhilarating 5K run through Historic Downtown Acworth and along the shores of beautiful Lake Acworth. Walk, jog, or run, participants of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Registration for the Untimed Fun Run for age 13 and over is $10 before noon on November 14 or $20 on the day of the race. Registration for the Untimed Fun Run for kid’s age 6 to12 is $5 before noon on November 14 or $10 on the day of the race. Kids 5 & under are free.

There is a Timed Run for participants 10 years old and up, the cost of the Timed Run is $20 before noon on November 14. All participants must bring a non-perishable food item on race day to receive their race number and Acworth Turkey Chase t-shirt. The 5K Fun Run will begin at 9:00 a.m. and the 2K walk at 9:15 a.m. on Main Street in Downtown Acworth. There will be a “Little Pilgrim” Trot for children up to age 5 beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Main Street.

For more information, to register and for sponsorship opportunities visit www.acworthturkeychase.com.