Turkey Trot 5K- Presented by Byron Bank
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Byron, Illinois
- Price $30.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving Day with the exciting Turkey Trot 5K in Byron, Ogle, on Thursday, November 26, 2026! This fun-filled race is the perfect way to burn some calories before indulging in your Thanksgiving feast. Participants will have the chance to win delicious pies, and the beloved "Best Dressed" Golden Turkey award will return, giving creative racers the opportunity to snag a special prize for their festive outfits.
The event features a 5K race, and all finishers will be rewarded, with plaques for the overall male and female winners and medals for the top three finishers in each age division, from youth to seniors. Make sure to pre-register by November 3rd to secure your custom race shirt, and remember, online registration closes at 11 AM on race day, so arrive early for day-of registration and check-in starting at 7:00 AM. Join us for this joyful Thanksgiving tradition that combines fitness and fun in a vibrant community atmosphere!
The event features a 5K race, and all finishers will be rewarded, with plaques for the overall male and female winners and medals for the top three finishers in each age division, from youth to seniors. Make sure to pre-register by November 3rd to secure your custom race shirt, and remember, online registration closes at 11 AM on race day, so arrive early for day-of registration and check-in starting at 7:00 AM. Join us for this joyful Thanksgiving tradition that combines fitness and fun in a vibrant community atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K, presented by Byron Bank! Burn some calories and have some fun before you head out for your Thanksgiving feast. Pies will be randomly awarded to participants in attendance. The "Best Dressed" Golden Turkey award will be back and the winner(s) will have a chance to take home a special prize! Pre-registration closes Wednesday Nov. 26 at 11am. Custom race shirts are guaranteed to participants registered by Monday, November 3rd at 12:00 pm. Chip timing will be provided by J3 Timing. Plaques will be awarded to the overall male and female finishers. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age division as follows: 0-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-34, 35-44,45-54, 55-64, 65-74, 75+.
Race Fees: (youth= 0-17yrs)
$30 Adult/$20 Youth through 11/3 (Race shirt guarantee ends November 3rd)
11/4-11/26: $37 Adult/$27 Youth
Race Day 11/27: $44 adult/$34 youth
*Online registration closes at 11am on 11/26. Following this all registration must be completed on site on race day.
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICK-UP: 11/26 FROM 5:00-9:00 PM
LOCATION: Byron PE Center
DAY-OF REGISTRATION/RACE DAY CHECK-IN: 7:00-7:45 am
Race Fees: (youth= 0-17yrs)
$30 Adult/$20 Youth through 11/3 (Race shirt guarantee ends November 3rd)
11/4-11/26: $37 Adult/$27 Youth
Race Day 11/27: $44 adult/$34 youth
*Online registration closes at 11am on 11/26. Following this all registration must be completed on site on race day.
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICK-UP: 11/26 FROM 5:00-9:00 PM
LOCATION: Byron PE Center
DAY-OF REGISTRATION/RACE DAY CHECK-IN: 7:00-7:45 am
Races
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Turkey Trot 5K - Presented by Byron Bank
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$30.00
Race will start and end inside the PE Center. Course will be paved trail and grass combination.
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500 N. Colfax St., Byron, 61010, IL, United States
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