LuHi Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 3:00PM CST
- Location Springfield, Illinois
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a delightful day of fun and fitness at the inaugural LuHi Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in Springfield, Sangamon! This exciting event features a chip-timed 5K race and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, making it perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels. Starting at 3:00 p.m., the race will take you around the scenic athletic field of the former Lutheran High School and along the beautiful Sangamon Valley Trail.
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day outdoors, but you'll also be supporting the Lutheran High School Cross Country program, with proceeds from the event going directly to this worthy cause. All participants will receive an official LuHi Turkey Trot T-shirt and a finisher medal, along with post-race food and drinks to celebrate your achievement. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, ensuring a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to run, walk, and enjoy a November afternoon with family and friends while making a positive impact in your community!
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day outdoors, but you'll also be supporting the Lutheran High School Cross Country program, with proceeds from the event going directly to this worthy cause. All participants will receive an official LuHi Turkey Trot T-shirt and a finisher medal, along with post-race food and drinks to celebrate your achievement. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, ensuring a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to run, walk, and enjoy a November afternoon with family and friends while making a positive impact in your community!
Organiser's Description
LUHI TURKEY TROT 5K & 1-MILE FUN RUN/WALK
Join us for the first LuHi Turkey Trot! Although this is the events first year starting and finishing on the former Lutheran High School athletic field, the race continues the five-year tradition of the Harrison Park Turkey Trot.
The LuHi Turkey Trot is a family-friendly event for runners and walkers of all ages. Proceeds will benefit the Lutheran High School Cross Country program.
RACE INFORMATION
DATE: Saturday, November 14, 2026
TIME: 3:00 p.m.
The event includes a chip-timed 5K and a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk. The course will take participants around the running track and onto the Sangamon Valley Trail, which runs alongside the southern portion of the athletic field.
ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
* An official LuHi Turkey Trot T-shirt
* A finisher medal for either the 5K or 1-mile Fun Run/Walk
* Post-race food and drinks
AWARDS
Awards will be presented to:
* The top overall male and female finishers in both the 5K and 1-mile event
* The top three male and female 5K finishers in each of the following age groups:
12 AND UNDER, 1315, 1618, 1922, 2329, 3039, 4049, 5059, 6069, 7079, AND 8089
FAMILY DISCOUNT
Register two or more members of the same household at the same time and use discount code FAM10 at checkout to receive 10% off your registration fees.
_The family discount applies to 5K registrations only._
COME RUN, WALK, AND ENJOY A FUN NOVEMBER AFTERNOON WHILE SUPPORTING THE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY PROGRAM!
Join us for the first LuHi Turkey Trot! Although this is the events first year starting and finishing on the former Lutheran High School athletic field, the race continues the five-year tradition of the Harrison Park Turkey Trot.
The LuHi Turkey Trot is a family-friendly event for runners and walkers of all ages. Proceeds will benefit the Lutheran High School Cross Country program.
RACE INFORMATION
DATE: Saturday, November 14, 2026
TIME: 3:00 p.m.
The event includes a chip-timed 5K and a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk. The course will take participants around the running track and onto the Sangamon Valley Trail, which runs alongside the southern portion of the athletic field.
ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
* An official LuHi Turkey Trot T-shirt
* A finisher medal for either the 5K or 1-mile Fun Run/Walk
* Post-race food and drinks
AWARDS
Awards will be presented to:
* The top overall male and female finishers in both the 5K and 1-mile event
* The top three male and female 5K finishers in each of the following age groups:
12 AND UNDER, 1315, 1618, 1922, 2329, 3039, 4049, 5059, 6069, 7079, AND 8089
FAMILY DISCOUNT
Register two or more members of the same household at the same time and use discount code FAM10 at checkout to receive 10% off your registration fees.
_The family discount applies to 5K registrations only._
COME RUN, WALK, AND ENJOY A FUN NOVEMBER AFTERNOON WHILE SUPPORTING THE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY PROGRAM!
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