183rd and Cottage Grove Ave, Glenwood IL
Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Thornton Turkey Trot
Date: November 27, 2025
Location: 183rd and Cottage Grove Ave, Glenwood, IL
Event Overview
- History: 57th annual Thornton Turkey Trot, started in 1968.
- Highlight: Illinois' oldest Turkey Trot!
- Best Runners: Attracts the best runners from the south suburbs for over five decades.
- Join Us: Cover the course that thousands have conquered before Thanksgiving festivities.
Event Schedule
- 8:00 AM: Packet Pickup Begins
- 9:00 AM: 1 Mile Kids Run (8th grade and younger) & 1 Mile Community Walk
- 9:30 AM: Community 5k
- Course Map: 5k Course Map
Competitions
- Team Competition: High School teams can compete: 3 athletes required for team points.
- Categories: Boys and girls: no co-ed competition.
- Awards: Top three in each age group will receive awards.
- Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 & Older.
Beneficiary
- Proceeds: Benefits the Winged Foot Foundation.
- Foundation Goal: Assists student athletes in Chicago with athletic equipment and academic programs.
- Community Focus: Strengthens educational and sports activities in the communities.
- More Info: Visit the Winged Foot Foundation.
Finishing Awards
- Participation: All finishers will receive a medal.
- Awards: Given to the top three in designated age groups.
Register Now
For more details and registration, visit: Thornton Turkey Trot Registration.
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