McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 1012 N Green St, McHenry, IL
- Distance
- 5K
From the Organizer
Can't wait for you to join us at the McHenry Turkey Trot Presented by Symphony Financial.
This year, we're giving back to our community! We’re proud to support three incredible local organizations that are making a real difference:
Main Stay Therapeutic Farm – Promoting healing and growth through animal-assisted therapy and programs.
Alexander Leigh Center for Autism – Providing comprehensive, individualized education and therapies for children with autism.
Youth and Family Center of McHenry County – Empowering families and youth through resources, advocacy, and support services.
www.yfc-mc.org
We're raising funds to help each of these organizations continue their life-changing work. Join us in supporting our community!
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
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mc Henry -Wg Stratton L&D, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About McHenry, IL
Population
27,774
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 31 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
171
Days to train
- Race
- McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 1012 N Green St, McHenry, IL
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K?
- McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K is a running race held in McHenry, Illinois on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in McHenry, Illinois at 1012 N Green St, McHenry, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K
Nov 26, 2026