Winnetka Turkey Trot 2024
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Location Winnetka, Illinois
- Price $33.49
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving in style at the Annual Winnetka Turkey Trot 2024, taking place on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in the beautiful Cook County village of Winnetka, Illinois. This exciting event features a rolling start, allowing participants to enjoy a spacious trot along the scenic Green Bay Trail, starting and finishing at the Winnetka Train Station, located at 754 Elm Street. Join fellow runners and families for a fun-filled morning, with the speedy runners setting off at 8:00 AM and the family division at 9:00 AM.
The Turkey Trot is not only a fantastic way to stay active before your Thanksgiving feast, but it also supports a great cause—proceeds benefit the Wings Organization for women and children. With race day registration available and a festive atmosphere, this is an event you won't want to miss. Enjoy post-race snacks and the joy of community as you celebrate the spirit of giving. Don’t forget to register early, as this popular race is expected to sell out!
The Turkey Trot is not only a fantastic way to stay active before your Thanksgiving feast, but it also supports a great cause—proceeds benefit the Wings Organization for women and children. With race day registration available and a festive atmosphere, this is an event you won't want to miss. Enjoy post-race snacks and the joy of community as you celebrate the spirit of giving. Don’t forget to register early, as this popular race is expected to sell out!
Organiser's Description
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
The course starts and finishes on the Green Bay trail at WINNETKA TRAIN STATION THIS YEAR LOCATED AT 754 ELM STREET 60093. Our charity is the Wings Organization for women and children.
SCHEDULE
Everyone is REQUIRED to Pick Up Packets. Friends can pick up friends packets. PLEASE Email us large groups. No Race Day
SATURDAY, NOV 23 10:15 AM 4:00PM Packet Pickup @ Road Runner Sports (Ednes Plaza), 3232 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
WEDNESDAY, NOV 27
1:00PM 4:00PM Packet Pickup @ Road Runner Sports (Ednes Plaza), 3232 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
THURSDAY, NOV 28
7:15 AM RACE DAY REGISTRATION Race Day Registration: Cash or Check only: Carpe Diem Races. Hats are not guaranteed on Race day, but we have years prior shirts.
8:00 AM 1st wave Fast Runners ON THE TRAIL - Rolling start
9:00 AM 2nd wave starts ON THE TRAIL FAMILY DIVISION / WALKERS Rolling Start ---
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
No AWARDS, but all kids receive a #1 medal
RESULTS: Results are posted on line at www.j3timing.com [http://www.j3timing.com]
CLICK HERE TO VIEW LIVE RESULTS ON RACE DAY [https://results.raceroster.com/results/m66q4tnmpht4jwb2]
Kids - 18 yrs and younger flat rate $20*
ADULTS
$25 THRU SEPTEMBER 5
$30 THRU OCT 5 - NOV 1 $35 $40 THRU RACE DAY
RACE LOCATION
On the Green Bay Trail at Winnetka Train Station 754 Elm St, Winnetka, IL 60093. We will be on the West side of the building. Post race food: water, gogo squeez and granola bars.
VOLUNTEER
Need varies shifts: Course Marshal, Water Station, Packet Pick up race day! Click Here [https://signup.com/go/UCXzBnU]
WEATHER
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 and street parking
REFUNDS
No Refunds.
Carpe Diem Races and Municipality have the right to change the course.
https://runsignup.com/Race/OnSiteReg/80496
The course starts and finishes on the Green Bay trail at WINNETKA TRAIN STATION THIS YEAR LOCATED AT 754 ELM STREET 60093. Our charity is the Wings Organization for women and children.
SCHEDULE
Everyone is REQUIRED to Pick Up Packets. Friends can pick up friends packets. PLEASE Email us large groups. No Race Day
SATURDAY, NOV 23 10:15 AM 4:00PM Packet Pickup @ Road Runner Sports (Ednes Plaza), 3232 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
WEDNESDAY, NOV 27
1:00PM 4:00PM Packet Pickup @ Road Runner Sports (Ednes Plaza), 3232 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091
THURSDAY, NOV 28
7:15 AM RACE DAY REGISTRATION Race Day Registration: Cash or Check only: Carpe Diem Races. Hats are not guaranteed on Race day, but we have years prior shirts.
8:00 AM 1st wave Fast Runners ON THE TRAIL - Rolling start
9:00 AM 2nd wave starts ON THE TRAIL FAMILY DIVISION / WALKERS Rolling Start ---
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
No AWARDS, but all kids receive a #1 medal
RESULTS: Results are posted on line at www.j3timing.com [http://www.j3timing.com]
CLICK HERE TO VIEW LIVE RESULTS ON RACE DAY [https://results.raceroster.com/results/m66q4tnmpht4jwb2]
Kids - 18 yrs and younger flat rate $20*
ADULTS
$25 THRU SEPTEMBER 5
$30 THRU OCT 5 - NOV 1 $35 $40 THRU RACE DAY
RACE LOCATION
On the Green Bay Trail at Winnetka Train Station 754 Elm St, Winnetka, IL 60093. We will be on the West side of the building. Post race food: water, gogo squeez and granola bars.
VOLUNTEER
Need varies shifts: Course Marshal, Water Station, Packet Pick up race day! Click Here [https://signup.com/go/UCXzBnU]
WEATHER
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 and street parking
REFUNDS
No Refunds.
Carpe Diem Races and Municipality have the right to change the course.
https://runsignup.com/Race/OnSiteReg/80496
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