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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
515 Lions Road, Sandwich IL
5K
31–46°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
41–47°F
dry
2024
30–40°F
rain
2023
35–42°F
rain
2022
26–46°F
dry
2021
31–53°F
dry
2020
37–46°F
dry
2019
40–56°F
rain
2018
26–38°F
dry
2017
27–46°F
dry
2016
22–39°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
31°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Join us for the First Annual Sandwich Turkey Trot 5K in Sandwich, Illinois! This fun, family-friendly community race is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season while getting outside, staying active, and enjoying time with family, friends, and neighbors.
Whether you’re running for a personal best, enjoying a morning walk, or simply looking for a fun way to celebrate the season, we invite you to lace up your shoes and join us for the inaugural Sandwich Turkey Trot 5K!
Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Parking & Start Line: 515 Lions Road, Sandwich, IL
Come trot with us, enjoy the fall weather, and help make the First Annual Sandwich Turkey Trot 5K a new Sandwich tradition!
Registration
$40 until Race Day
T-Shirts are guaranteed for registrations prior to November 9th
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