48th Annual Oglesby Turkey Trot

48th Annual Oglesby Turkey Trot 3 Mile Run

Thursday, November 26, 2026
Elks Lodge
800 East Walnut
Oglesby, IL 61348

Key items to know:

• Pre-race packet pickup: Wednesday, November 25th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the Oglesby Elks, 800 E Walnut Oglesby, IL 61348
• Race day registration: Limited registration available from 7:00am - 8:45am.
• Race location: Begins and ends at the Elks Lodge, 800 E Walnut Oglesby IL 61348
• Post race results: Available at Starved Rock Runners, Run Sign Up, and Racing Expectations

Awards:

• Age groups awards: Male/Female: Overall, 9 and under, 10-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
• Check-in: Entrants must be checked in between 7:00-8:45am on race day
• Membership discount: $5.00 discount for all Starved Rock Runner Club members (applied automatically at checkout, no EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT)
• Kids fun run: 12 and under fun run after the completion of the Turkey Trot at approx. 10:15am - Free of charge. Gifts for those who participate (must sign waiver)

Family discount:

• Mail in only: 4 registered from the same address for $90, with $20 for each additional participant.
• Entry forms: Separate entry forms required for each participant.
• Proof of residency: May be required.

Features:

• Free beer: After the race (Must be 21 yrs old, with ID) Pickup ID band at registration
• Free soda: After the race
• Free Thanksgiving dressing: After the race
• Commemorative stocking cap: First 900 registered will receive a commemorative stocking cap (beanie)

Registration:

• Online registration: Participants are encouraged to register online in advance.
• Pre-race bib pickup: Strongly encouraged prior to race day, available at the Oglesby Elks on Wednesday, November 25th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm.

On Course:

• Course knowledge: It is your responsibility to know the course and run it safely.
• Roadway safety: Except for passing, participants should always remain on the far side of the roadway.

Finish Line:

• Refreshments: Water and refreshments will be available at the finish line.

Results:

• Updates: Results will be updated throughout the event at Starved Rock Runners, Run Sign Up and Racing Expectations.

Parking:

• Available parking: On the East and West side of the Elks.

Paper Applications Available:

• Application availability: Available at www.StarvedRockRunners.org
• Mailing address: Please mail paper applications to: Starved Rock Runners, PO Box 1092, LaSalle, IL 61301. Make payable to: Starved Rock Runners Ltd.

Closing Remarks:

Thank you for your consideration and support. We are looking forward to a great event!

No refunds. If the event is canceled we appreciate your donation.