Winnetka Turkey Trot 2025

Winnetka Turkey Trot 2025

The Annual Winnetka Turkey Trot is Thanksgiving morning! The Race will sell out. It is a Rolling Start so that everyone has space to trot! The Speedy at 8:00am, 8:30am & Family Division at 9:00 am. FAMILY WAVE IS SOLD OUT- a few left for 8am wave.

Race Location

The course starts and finishes on the Green Bay trail at WINNETKA TRAIN STATION THIS YEAR located at 754 Elm Street 60093.

Charity Partners

• WINGS Program: The WINGS Program, Inc for women and children.
• Camp Thunderbird: Camp Thunderbird Charitable Foundation.

Schedule

• Packet Pickup: Everyone is Required to Pick Up Packets. Friends can pick up friends packets. PLEASE Email us large groups. No Race Day pickup.
• SUNDAY, NOV 23: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM – Packet Pickup @ Road Runner Sports (Ednes Plaza), 3232 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091.
• WEDNESDAY, NOV 26: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Packet Pickup @ Road Runner Sports (Ednes Plaza), 3232 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091.
• THURSDAY, NOV 27: 7:15 AM Race Day Registration. Cash or Check only: Carpe Diem Races. Hats are not guaranteed on Race day, but we have years prior shirts.

Race Waves

• 8:00 AM: 1st wave Fast Runners ON THE TRAIL - Rolling start.
• 8:30 AM: 2nd Wave.
• 9:00 AM: 3rd wave starts ON THE TRAIL FAMILY DIVISION / WALKERS Rolling Start.
• Note: Due to congestion on the course there will be no Water Station. Post race water will be at finish line and up at the main building area.

Results

Results are posted online at www.j3timing.com.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW LIVE RESULTS ON RACE DAY.

Post-Race Details

Post race water: Water and granola bars will be provided.

Awards: No AWARDS, but all kids receive a #1 medal.

Volunteer Opportunities

Need varies shifts: Course Marshal, Water Station, Packet Pick up race day! Click Here.

Event Weather Policy

The event will go on rain, shine or snow and no cancellations. In the event of severe weather on race morning, we will communicate any changes to the schedule or race with all registered athletes via email, social media, and at the event.

Parking

Public Lots: Public lots and street parking available.

Refund Policy

No Refunds: No refunds will be issued.

Course Changes

Carpe Diem Races and Municipality have the right to change the course.

Special Offers

ROAD RUNNER SPORTS TROT SPECIAL: Shop and save with Road Runner Sports during packet pickup hours! Join the VIP Family and enjoy $20 off your order of $50 or more on anything in store. Already a VIP? Earn Double Rewards Cash on your purchase. Some exclusions may apply. See store for details.

Race URL

For more details, visit the official race page.