Chi Town Turkey Trot
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Chi Town Turkey Trot
The Chi Town Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving-area running event in Chicago held on November 26, 2026. The event offers chip-timed road races on the Chicago Lakefront Trail and adjacent sidewalks with multiple participation categories, including a kids dash.
Distances:
- 5K
- 10K
The start and finish location is DuSable Harbor (111 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable, Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL). The course is entirely on the Lakefront Trail and sidewalks. Course time limits are noted for each distance and runners and walkers are both permitted. Water stations provide water along the course. Toilets are available at the start/finish area and bicycle parking is provided near the race site. Strollers are allowed for walkers and joggers only and dogs are not permitted.
Participant gear options include a classic t-shirt or an upgraded thin-tec soft polyester pullover. Finish-line amenities include Do-Rite Donuts, a commemorative finisher medal, and post-race beer (21+) and hot apple cider. Awards are given to top three male and female finishers in chip-timed categories and in age groups; medals must be collected on event day or a fee applies for mailing.
Additional options include mailed race packets, local packet pickup at Fleet Feet Old Town, a virtual run category, and inclusion in the national Thankful Turkey leaderboard. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
