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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
1020 S Morris Ave, Bloomington IL
5K
31–44°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
32–42°F
dry
2024
24–39°F
dry
2023
28–35°F
rain
2022
32–51°F
dry
2021
19–34°F
dry
2020
37–49°F
dry
2019
36–55°F
rain
2018
14–35°F
rain
2017
28–51°F
dry
2016
31–49°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Thanksgiving Day 2026 will be the 48th Annual City of Bloomington Turkey Trot partnered with Fleet Feet Bloomington. Join us at historic Miller Park on Thursday, November 26.
Bib and Shirt Pickup
- Dates: Pick up your bib and shirt at Fleet Feet Bloomington between the hours of 10am - 5pm on Tuesday, November 24 and Wednesday, November 25.
- Race Day Pickup: You can also pick it up before the run on Thursday at Miller Park from 8am - 9am.
- Shirt Availability: There are a limited quantity of long sleeve t-shirts and they will be sold first come, first served through registration.
Participation Details
- Participants: This has become a very popular local event and tradition as we expect close to 2,000 runners and walkers.
- Safety Note: For the safety of all participants, dogs and strollers are strongly discouraged.
Pre-registration Prizes
- Eligibility: Pre-register for your chance to win a variety of prizes (only people who pre-register will be eligible for prizes).
- Prizes Include: Fleet Feet gift certificates and more.
- In-Person Registration: You can also register in person before the race at Miller Park from 8am - 9am.
- Registration Preference: Pre-registration is STRONGLY PREFERRED.
More Information
For full details, visit the race page at City of Bloomington Turkey Trot.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Nov 25 – 27, 2026.
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