Edwardsville Turkey Trot 5K
Edwardsville Turkey Trot 5K is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Edwardsville, IL, with entry fees from $15 to $35.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (90 days to go)
- Location
- 35 Circle Dr., Edwardsville, IL
- Price
- $15–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Edwardsville's Thanksgiving Day tradition is back for 2025!!
REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 21ST TO SECURE YOUR SWAG!
Mark your calendars for Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27, 2025—the Edwardsville Turkey Trot is back!
Now in its 16th year, the Turkey Trot has grown into a cherished holiday tradition for local families and for those visiting loved ones in the area. With participation regularly topping 1,400 runners—and a record 1,788 in 2019—it’s recognized as one of the largest (if not the largest) 5Ks in the region.
This year’s event will once again be hosted on the scenic campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, giving participants a beautiful backdrop to kick off their Thanksgiving celebrations.
More than just a race, the Turkey Trot supports a great cause. Proceeds benefit Edwardsville Neighbors, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides critical financial assistance to District 7 families during times of crisis.
So grab your family, gather your friends, and join us Thanksgiving morning for a run, a walk, and a tradition that gives back to the community we love.
Where and What Time?
SIUE Lot F (SIUE Student Fitness Center)
Kids Fun Run - 8:00 AM
5K - 8:30 AM
Award Ceremony (Indoors) - 9:30 AM
Age Group Awards
Turkey trophies to the Top 3 Male/Female Overall, Top Male/Female Masters (40+) and Top 3 in following groups - 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Event Swag
Option 1: Edwardsville Neighbors custom LED Belt Bag
This Wrenn & Rae running belt for women and men has a sleek and slim design and offers expandable storage space for carrying all you’ll need on your Thanksgiving morning run or walk! A built-in fiber optic LED light with three modes keeps you visible up to 500 feet, making it perfect for running, walking, hiking, travel, or everyday use. Created by local duo, Ashley & Lucas Dicks. (Check it out here!)
Option 2: Event logo embroidered trucker hat
Show your Thanksgiving morning spirit with our 2025 event logo’d beanie! A colorful logo on a cozy slate blue waffle-knit beanie will be your favorite into the 2025 winter season.
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
50°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Alton - Melvin Price L&D, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Edwardsville, IL
Population
26,543
as of 2023
City Elevation
527 ft
Nearest Airport
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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90
Days to train
- Race
- Edwardsville Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 35 Circle Dr., Edwardsville, IL
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Edwardsville Turkey Trot 5K
Nov 26, 2026