48th Annual Oglesby Turkey Trot Logo

48th Annual Oglesby Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26, 2026
In 11 days
Oglesby, IL
800 E. Walnut St.
42–54°F, rain likely
6% chance of rain, wind up to 15 mph

On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years

2025

30–41°F

dry

2024

24–39°F

dry

2023

28–34°F

rain

2022

32–53°F

dry

2021

20–33°F

dry

2020

37–49°F

dry

2019

32–52°F

rain

2018

19–34°F

rain

2017

27–50°F

dry

2016

30–49°F

dry

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About this race

 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 is Wednesday, November 25th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the Oglesby Elks. 800 E Walnut Oglesby, IL 61348
  • Limited race day registration is available from 7:00am - 8:45am.
  • Race 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
  • 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+
  • Entrants must be checked in between 7:00-8:45am on race day
  • $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. Separate entry forms required for each participant. Proof of residency may be require

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
  • First 900 registered will received a commemorative stocking cap (beanie)

Registration:

  • Participants are encouraged to register online in advance. 
  • Pickup of your race bib and commemorative stocking cap (beanie) prior to race day is strongly encouraged.  Available at the Oglesby Elks on Wednesday, November 25th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm. 

On Course:

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

Finish Line:

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

Results:

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

Parking:

  • Parking is available on the East and West side of the Elks.

Paper Applications Available

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

 

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.
 

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