48TH Annual
48th Annual Oglesby Turkey Trot
48th Annual Oglesby Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Oglesby, IL, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (126 days to go)
- Location
- 800 E. Walnut St., Oglesby, IL
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Elks Lodge
800 East Walnut
Oglesby, IL 61348
Key items to know:
- Pre-race packet pickup is Wednesday, November 25th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the Oglesby Elks. 800 E Walnut Oglesby, IL 61348
- Limited race day registration is available from 7:00am - 8:45am.
- Race begins and ends at the Elks Lodge 800 E Walnut Oglesby IL 61348
- Post race results available at Starved Rock Runners, Run Sign Up and Racing Expectations
- Age groups awards Male/Female: Overall, 9 and under, 10-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
- Entrants must be checked in between 7:00-8:45am on race day
- $5.00 discount for all Starved Rock Runner Club members (applied automatically at checkout) (no EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT)
- Kids fun run!!! 12 and under fun run after the completion of the Turkey Trot at approx. 10:15am - Free of charge. Gifts for those who participate (must sign waiver)
- Family discount! (MAIL IN ONLY) 4 registered from the same address for $90, with $20 for each additional participant. Separate entry forms required for each participant. Proof of residency may be require
Features:
- Free beer after the race (Must be 21 yrs old, with ID) Pickup ID band at registration
- Free soda after the race
- Free Thanksgiving Dressing after the race
- First 900 registered will received a commemorative stocking cap (beanie)
Registration:
- Participants are encouraged to register online in advance.
- Pickup of your race bib and commemorative stocking cap (beanie) prior to race day is strongly encouraged. Available at the Oglesby Elks on Wednesday, November 25th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm.
On Course:
- It is your responsibility to know the course and run it safely.
- Except for passing, participants should always remain on the far side of the roadway.
Finish Line:
- Water and refreshments will be available at the finish line.
Results:
- Results will be updated throughout the event at Starved Rock Runners, Run Sign Up and Racing Expectations.
Parking:
- Parking is available on the East and West side of the Elks.
Paper Applications Available
- Available at www.StarvedRockRunners.org
- Please mail paper applications to: Starved Rock Runners, PO Box 1092, LaSalle, IL 61301 Make payable to: Starved Rock Runners Ltd.
Thank you for your consideration and support. We are looking forward to a great event! No refunds. If the event is canceled we appreciate your donation.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
43°
Typical Low
26°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Peru, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Oglesby, IL
Population
3,723
as of 2023
City Elevation
632 ft
Nearest Airport
PIA
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport · 55 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 76 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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- Race
- 48th Annual Oglesby Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 800 E. Walnut St., Oglesby, IL
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48th Annual Oglesby Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026