2026 Thanksgiving Trail Trot
Sheffield, IL
Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
353 S Church Street, Sheffield IL
29–44°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
29–40°F
dry
2024
23–38°F
dry
2023
28–34°F
rain
2022
34–52°F
dry
2021
19–34°F
dry
2020
38–49°F
dry
2019
32–50°F
rain
2018
15–31°F
rain
2017
26–52°F
dry
2016
30–50°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Wobble before you gobble on Thanksgiving Day by joining in on The 2026 Thanksgiving Trail Trot in Sheffield, IL! Dress in your best "Thanksgiving" costume, with a chance to win the prize for Best Costume!
Race Details
- Date: 2026-11-26
- Time: 8:00 AM
- Location: Homecoming Park (West Park)
- Route: Approximately 2 miles on wooded trails
Participation
- All Ages: Welcome!
- Skill Levels: All skill levels are welcome!
- Pets: Please leave your furry companions at home.
Registration Fee
- Ages 13+: $20
- Ages 5-12: $10
- Ages 4 & Under: Free
- Registration Bonus: Includes a short-sleeve t-shirt if registered before November 13th. Long-sleeve shirt options are available for an additional $3.
Parking Information
- Location: Please park along West Park's adjacent streets, excluding Park St. & Cook St.
- Overflow Parking: Available at the St Patrick's Catholic Church parking lot (233 W Atkinson St, Sheffield, IL).
Contact Information
For any and all questions, please contact Tess Heidenreich at [email protected].
More Information
Visit the race page for more details: Thanksgiving Trail Trot.
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