3rd Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway | West Side

About this event

Bringing Community Care Across Chicago.

This Thanksgiving, we're making room for more families, more neighborhoods, and more opportunities to give back. For the first time, Chicago Emerging Stars is bringing our Third Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway to two locations across Chicago's South and West Sides, with plans to distribute more than 1,000 turkeys citywide.

We're excited to bring this year's West Side giveaway to Garfield Park, where we'll be distributing 500+ free turkeys to families and community members ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. What started as a young person's commitment to giving back continues to grow because of people who believe in showing up for their community. As a youth-led nonprofit, we're proud to work alongside our partners, sponsors, and neighbors to turn that belief into something meaningful.

This event is about more than a holiday meal. It's about care, dignity, and reminding families that community is something we build together. Everyone is welcome. Come by, connect with us, and help us spread the word so more neighbors know about this opportunity.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, November 21st, 2026

• Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, or while supplies last

• Location: Garfield Park

• Address: 100 N. Central Park Ave., Chicago, IL 60624

• Cost: Free

What to Know

• More than 500 turkeys planned for distribution at this location.

• Turkeys will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Supplies are limited. An RSVP does not reserve or guarantee a turkey.

• Distribution may end before 4:00 PM if supplies run out.

Community Partners: Chicago Police 11th District Community Policing and Chicago Park District

Community Sponsor: Butterball

Looking for Our South Side Giveaway?

Join us at the Chicago Police 6th District Parking Lot on Saturday, November 21st, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM.

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Different neighborhoods. One shared commitment to showing up for Chicago families.