Turkey Trots in Illinois

Endurance Grid lists 33 turkey trots in Illinois in November 2026 across 31 cities.

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Races
31
Cities

The lay of the land

What a turkey trot is

A turkey trot is a Thanksgiving themed foot race. Distance is usually around a 5K, and these races are typically run across the US around Thanksgiving time.

Upcoming turkey trots in Illinois are most common in November, with races in Chicago, Aledo, Arlington Heights, and Aurora.

Turkey Trots in other states

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a turkey trot?
A turkey trot is a Thanksgiving themed foot race. Distance is usually around a 5K, and these races are typically run across the US around Thanksgiving time.
How many turkey trots are there in Illinois?
Endurance Grid's Race Calendar lists 33 upcoming turkey trots in Illinois, across 31 cities.
When are turkey trots held?
Turkey trots are typically held around Thanksgiving.
Which Illinois cities have turkey trots?
Turkey trots in Illinois are held in Chicago, Aledo, Arlington Heights, Aurora, Belleville, Belvidere, Bloomington, Decatur, Dieterich, and Edwardsville.

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