From the Organizer
Join the running community of Aurora for the 5th Annual Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot on a flat and fast course along the Fox River. All proceeds benefit the Aurora East Educational Foundation and A + Foundation for West Aurora Schools in their support of students of both the East and West Aurora School Districts. This event is sure to be an exciting one, finishing with the final straightaway across the pedestrian bridge in Downtown Aurora.
Registrants will receive a commemorative long sleeve performance shirt. The shirt will feature a design created by an art student from East or West Aurora High school.
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
45°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Aurora, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Aurora, IL
Population
179,867
as of 2023
Elevation
700 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
166
Days to train
- Race
- Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot 5k
- Date
- November 21, 2026
- Location
- 205 N. Broadway, Aurora, IL
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot 5k?
- Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot 5k is a running race held in Aurora, Illinois on November 21, 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 Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot 5k?
- Saturday, November 21, 2026 in Aurora, Illinois at 205 N. Broadway, Aurora, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot 5k
Nov 21, 2026