The Chocolate Turkey
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The Chocolate Turkey 3 Mile
The Chocolate Turkey 3 Mile and 1 Mile Run/Walk takes place on November 26, 2026 in Peoria, Illinois at RC Outfitters, 311 Southwest Water Street. The event raises funds for Elite Community Outreach, a 501c3 organization in Peoria that works in schools, jails, and on the streets to create economic opportunity, offer second chances, and provide job training for people reentering the workforce.
Available distances include:
- 3 Mile Run
- 1 Mile Run/Walk
Participants receive race swag while supplies last, including a triblend raglan long sleeve crewneck shirt, a 3.5 oz solid chocolate turkey, and post race chocolate treats. Swag is limited to 2300 participants. Packet pickup is offered at RC Outfitters on the two days before the event and is very limited on race day.
Race photography is sponsored by Elite Community Outreach; donors to the organization receive race photos and a race video. Awards are provided by Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. The 3 Mile awards include overall top male and female and age group prizes for multiple divisions; the 1 Mile awards include overall top male and female and age group prizes for multiple divisions. There will not be a formal awards ceremony; results and award pickup details are provided after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
