What is the weather usually like on race day for the Turkey Trot?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Plainfield, IL, November race mornings typically start near 31°F and warm to around 46°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 3 of the last 10 years.

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Turkey Trot

Plainfield, IL

Sat, Nov 21, 2026

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When

Saturday, November 21st, 2026

Where

26333 Grande Park Blvd, Plainfield IL

Distance

Typical weather

31–46°F · some rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years

2025

41–48°F

dry

2024

30–40°F

rain

2023

36–42°F

rain

2022

26–46°F

dry

2021

31–53°F

dry

2020

37–46°F

dry

2019

41–57°F

rain

2018

26–38°F

dry

2017

27–46°F

dry

2016

23–39°F

dry

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About this race

The 4th Annual Turkey Trot

Event Details

Date: Saturday, November 21st, 2026
Location: Community Park at Grande Park
Address: 26333 Grande Park Blvd., Plainfield, IL

Race Schedule

Kid's Fun Run (1 mile) Start Time: 8:45am
5K Start Time: 9:00am

Entry Fee

5K Entry Fee: $40.00 includes

Race entry
Chip timed
Race shirt: guaranteed if registered before 11/9/25
Turkey leg meal: at after-party
Beer/beverage: at after-party

Prizes

Awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in both the men's and women's division. Prizes include:

Gift cards: from DNA Active Lifestyle Outfitters
Frozen turkeys:

Other Details

Walkers, strollers, families: are welcome
Online registration: through start time on 11/21/26
Advance packet pick-up: on Friday 11/20 from 4PM to 6PM at DNA Active Lifestyle Outfitters, 24210 W. Lockport Street, downtown Plainfield
On-site packet pick-up: on 11/21 starting at 7:00am
On-site parking: at race site

Presented by:

In Partnership with:

Supporting Organizations:

Charity Beneficiary

Proceeds from the 2026 Turkey Trot will benefit Team Nicholas, a local charitable organization whose mission is to bring comfort, joy and smiles to children battling cancer and critical illness.

For more information and to register, visit the official page: Turkey Trot Registration.

Learn more about Team Nicholas: Team Nicholas Website.