2023 Run to Feed the Hungry has record-breaking participants for Sacramento Thanksgiving Day tradition

The 2023 Run to Feed the Hungry was one for the record books with more than 31,000 participants in what has become a Sacramento Thanksgiving Day tradition for 30 years. >> Watch our recap story in the video above. Run to Feed the Hungry is the biggest fundraiser for Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services. Organizers say it’s the largest Thanksgiving Day fun run in the country. The Nov. 23 event for 2023 was either a 5K or 10K run or walk. People also joined virtually and still received a bib and shirt. | VIDEO BELOW | Preparations for 60th annual Run to Feed the HungrySecurity was stepped up this year. On Monday, Nov. 20, law enforcement agencies said that Sacramento police and the FBI were investigating a bomb threat that referenced this year's event. The FBI said in an update Wednesday that it doubted the credibility of the threat and called for the public to be still vigilant and report any concerns to event security. The Sacramento Police Department said it implemented enhanced safety measures and security for the event. Kevin Buffalino with Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services said Run to Feed the Hungry is important as a fundraiser and is "especially important this year.""We’re seeing lines at our partner agencies, at our food distributions, like we haven’t seen ever before," he said.That included feeding 300,000 people in October alone, he said. | VIDEO BELOW | Northern California forecast for Thanksgiving morningThis year's goal had been to get 30,000 people to register and raise $1 million. Reaching the goal allows the food bank to provide about 5 million meals for families. | PREVIOUS COVERAGE IN VIDEO BELOW | Nearly 30K people attended Run to Feed the Hungry. Here’s how it all went down Here is what else you should know about this year’s event, which KCRA 3 and My58 help to sponsor. Where does Run to Feed the Hungry take place and where should people park? The event started on J Street, west of the entrance of Sacramento State and runs a loop through the East Sacramento neighborhood, ending at the Scottish Rite Temple Parking Lot on 56th and H Streets. View the course map here. The 10K run began at 8:15 a.m. and the 5K began at 9 a.m. People usually park at Sac State and in the surrounding neighborhood. Event organizers say there is free bike parking near the start line. View the parking map here. Note: The J Street entrance to Sac State is closed until after the race finishes. How to register? How much is Run to Feed the Hungry? Registration from Nov. 17 to 22: $45 for adults and $25 for people 17 and under. Race day registration on Nov. 23: $48 for adults and $28 for people 17 and under. You can select your shirt size when you register. Click here to register. Where do I pick up my packet? You’ll be able to pick up your race packet at Fremont Presbyterian Church, 5770 Carlson Drive, from Saturday, Nov. 18 to Wednesday, Nov. 22. People can also pick up their packet the morning of the race on Thanksgiving Day. Click here to learn more. Here are the pick-up times: Nov. 22: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.Nov. 23: 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. What are the Sacramento road closures for Run to Feed the Hungry? Many streets across East Sacramento were closed on Thursday morning until around noon. J Street between Carlson Drive and 45th Street45th Street between J Street and Folsom BoulevardFolsom Boulevard between 45th and 41st streets41st Street between Folsom Boulevard and H StreetH Street between Alhambra Boulevard and 55th StreetAlhambra Boulevard between H Street and McKinley BoulevardMcKinley Boulevard between Alhambra Boulevard and Elvas AvenueElvas Avenue between McKinley Boulevard & 51st Street51st Street between Elvas Avenue and D StreetD Street between 51st Street and Coloma WayColoma Way between D Street and Pico WayPico Way between Coloma Way and F StreetF Street between Pico Way and 47th Street47th Street between F and H streetsAre there race awards? Yes.People can choose to have chip timing and join a timed runner's corral to compete for an award. The top three finishes in each age group get a medal, and the top three overall men and women in the 5K and 10K will receive plaques and prize money. The top three masters (ages 40 or older) among men and women will also receive plaques and prize money. Can I bring my pet?Participants are asked to leave their pets at home. What else should I know? No bikes, skateboards or scooters are allowed. People using strollers are not allowed in the timed races but are encouraged to sign up for the untimed events. Refunds and transfers are not available.Click here for more FAQs from organizers. Consider sharing your #RTFTH photos