Trout Valley Turkey Trot
Trout Valley Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Trout Valley, IL, with entry fees from $15 to $35.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (121 days to go)
- Location
- 1 Howards Way, Trout Valley, IL
- Price
- $15–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Trout Valley Turkey Trot keeps the tradition going in 2026! Join us, as the TTCCA presents the 20th Annual Trout Valley Turkey Trot benefiting Cross Country and Track & Field youth athletes in the Cary-Grove community and the Cary-Grove Food Pantry. Bring the entire family for a pre-feast tradition and enjoy the scenic route thru the historic Trout Valley.
This year’s race will be held on Thursday, November 26th.
Race Day Registration / Packet Pickup – 7:30am
Kids Fun Run – 8:30am
5K Race – 9am
Medals and a prize will be given to the overall male and female finisher. Medals will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female finishers in each division. Awards will be available at the Beverage tent following the race. (14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 and older)
Returning for 2026, enjoy a post-race beverage courtesy of Phase Three Brewing for our participants of age! While supply lasts, so run fast!
Everyone is encouraged to bring a non-perishable, non-expired food item(s) to support the Cary-Grove Food Pantry. Monetary donations will also be accepted.
Advance registration is preferred but limited on-site registration will be available inside the Trout Valley Lodge. Race day registration closes at 8:30am and t-shirts are not guaranteed. T-shirt sizing guaranteed thru 11/01/2026.
Packet Pickup will take place Wednesday, November 25th from 3:30-7:00pm at Galati's Hideaway, located at 800 Feinberg Ct, Cary, IL 60013. If you register on Wednesday (25th), your packet will be available race morning.
The Trojan Track Field & Cross Country Association (TTCCA) is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting youth running as a lifelong activity, fostering wellness and healthy lifestyles throughout our communities.
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, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Trout Valley, IL
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- Trout Valley Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 1 Howards Way, Trout Valley, IL
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Trout Valley Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026