A Thanksgiving-morning 5K Fun Run & Walk and a Kids Fun Run on the SIUE campus — for runners, walkers, and families of every age and pace, all for the benefit of Edwardsville Neighbors.
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Nov 26
Thursday morning, 2026
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1,863
Record runners in 2025
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SIUE
Lot F, Edwardsville
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Lace up your running shoes and mark your calendars for Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 26, 2026 — the Edwardsville Turkey Trot is back.
Now in its 17th year, the Turkey Trot has grown into a cherished holiday tradition for local families and those visiting loved ones in town. Participation regularly tops 1,400 runners, and 2025 set a record with 1,863 — making it one of the largest 5Ks in the region, if not the largest.
This year's event returns to the scenic campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, a beautiful backdrop for kicking off your Thanksgiving celebration. Whether you race for a personal best, jog with the kids, or stroll the course with friends, everyone is welcome — this is a fun run and walk for all ages and abilities. So grab your family, gather your friends, and join a tradition that gives back to the community we love.
| 8:00 AM | Kids Fun Run |
| 8:30 AM | 5K Fun Run & Walk
Run it, walk it, or trot it — every pace welcome
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| 9:30 AM | Award Ceremony |
Location: SIUE Lot F, on the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus.
More than a race, the Turkey Trot is a fundraiser. All proceeds benefit Edwardsville Neighbors, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides critical financial assistance to District 7 families during times of crisis.
Bring the whole family. Run it, walk it, and start the holiday with a tradition that gives back.
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 0.8K
Type — Running
08:00
$20.00
Nov 26, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$35.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Edwardsville.
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Edwardsville is a city in St. Louis Metro East, Illinois.
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Official finishing times from previous editions of Edwardsville Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run!.
| Place | Name | Time | |
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| 🥇 | T. Linn | — |
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