Turkey Trot

Running1.6 km5 kmOpen

About the race

The 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk takes place on Saturday, November 21st at Community Park at Grande Park, 26333 Grande Park Blvd., Plainfield, IL.

Walkers, strollers and families are welcome.

Proceeds from the 2026 Turkey Trot will benefit Team Nicholas, a local charitable organization whose mission is to bring comfort, joy and smiles to children battling cancer and critical illness.

Start times and packet pick-up

  • The Kid's Fun Run (1 mile) starts at 8:45am and the 5K starts at 9:00am.
  • Advance packet pick-up is on Friday 11/20 from 4PM to 6PM at DNA Active Lifestyle Outfitters, 24210 W. Lockport Street, downtown Plainfield.
  • On-site packet pick-up on 11/21 starts at 7:00am.

Parking

On-site parking is available at the race site.

Prizes

Prizes are awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in both the men's and women's divisions. Prizes include gift cards from DNA Active Lifestyle Outfitters and frozen turkeys.

Registration

Online registration runs through the start time on 11/21/26.

What your entry includes

Race entry
Included in the 5K entry fee.
Chip timing
Included in the 5K entry fee.
Race shirt
Guaranteed if registered before 11/9/25.
Turkey leg meal
At the after-party.
Beer or beverage
At the after-party.

The course

1.6 km5 km

Race weekend schedule

8:45am
Kid's Fun Run (1 mile) starts
9:00am
5K starts

Location

Community Park at Grande Park, Plainfield, IL, USA Open in Google Maps

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Nov 21, 2026
Turkey Trot
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