Long Grove Turkey Trot 5K & 8K
Long Grove, Illinois, United States
Nov 26, 2026 - Thursday
5k, 8k/5mi
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Race Information
Come Thanksgiving morning and run the downtown historic streets of Long Grove finishing under the famous covered bridge! This event features a post race party with a live band, beer and hot cider. The diverse and very beautiful course is USATF certified. Wake up, have fun with family and friends while working up a big appetite for your Thanksgiving turkey. It’s your pre-turkey workout. Your body will thank you later.
This event is for everyone: walkers and runners, young and old.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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