Thornton Turkey Trot

Race Overview

• Event Name: Thornton Turkey Trot
• Date: November 26, 2026
• Location: 183rd and Cottage Grove Ave, Glenwood, IL
• Race URL: View Race Details

58th Annual Event

• History: This is the 58th annual Thornton Turkey Trot.
• Course Map: View 5k Course Map
• Packet Pickup: Located at Running for Kicks on November 25th from noon to 6 PM.
• Start Time: Packet Pickup begins at 8:00 AM.

Race Schedule

• Kids Run: 1 Mile Kids Run for 8th grade and younger at 9:00 AM.
• Community Walk: 1 Mile community walk at 9:00 AM.
• Community 5k: Starts at 9:30 AM.
• Tradition: Started in 1968, showcasing the best runners in the south suburbs.

Competition and Awards

• Team Competition: High School Team competition: only 3 athletes needed to score points.
• Beneficiary: Proceeds will benefit the Winged Foot Foundation.
• About the Foundation: A non-profit 501 C 3 charitable organization supporting student athletes.
• Finishers: All finishers receive a medal: awards for top three in various age groups.

Age Group Awards

• Categories: Awards for 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 & Older.
• Focus: Encouragement for all age groups to participate.

Community Impact

• Goal: Assist student athletes by providing athletic equipment and academic programs.
• Website: For more information, visit the Winged Foot Foundation's website at http://www.wingedfootfoundation.org/.