Illinois · 5K
Naperville Turkey Trot
Naperville Turkey Trot is a 5K event held in Naperville, Illinois. Its next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026. About 7,800 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- Naperville, IL
- Field size
- ~7,800 runners
Race details
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 7,800 runners
- Course
- Flat (~30 ft total gain)
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- napervilleturkeytrot.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM CST
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface
- Typical race-day weather
- about 28°F at the start, 62% humidity, 14 mph wind (based on the 2025 race day, measured near the city center rather than the exact start line; Open-Meteo, checked October 2, 2026)
About the Naperville Turkey Trot
A Thanksgiving morning tradition organized by the Naperville Noon Lions Club that draws nearly 8,000 runners through downtown Naperville.
Rankings and notes
- Rankings and awards
- One of the largest Thanksgiving runs in the Chicago suburbs
More 5Ks in Illinois
Coming up next, by confirmed date.
More races in Naperville
-
Naperville Noon Lions Turkey Trot 5KNaperville, IL5K - Ages 10-145K - Ages 15 and up5K - Ages 9 and under ~8,000 runners
More upcoming races in Illinois
-
Run the BluffPeoria, IL1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (Untimed)1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (Untimed) - Student (21 & Under)5K Run/Walk5K Run/Walk - Student
Keep exploring
- All races in Illinois
- 5Ks in Illinois 190 upcoming races
- 10Ks in Illinois 68 upcoming races
- Half Marathons in Illinois 37 upcoming races
- Marathons in Illinois 12 upcoming races
- 5Ks in the United States 6,420 upcoming races
- November races in Illinois
- 5Ks in Indiana 146 upcoming races
- 5Ks in Wisconsin 116 upcoming races
- 5Ks in Missouri 131 upcoming races
- 5Ks in Kentucky 97 upcoming races
Guides from the RaceRove blog
- 7 min read How to Find a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon or Marathon Near You A practical way to find running races near you: pick a distance, decide how far you'll travel, read the listing properly and confirm the details before you register.
- 8 min read How to Choose the Best Half Marathon for a PR, Racecation or 50-State Challenge The best half marathon depends on what you want from it. How to choose a course for a personal record, a race worth travelling for, or an efficient stop on a 50-state challenge.
- 4 min read Diplo's Run Club 2026-27: Every City, Date and Course Diplo's Run Club is a 5K with a post-race concert. Every US date for 2026-27 (San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, San Diego and Phoenix), start times and courses.
- Blog All guides Planning advice for finding, choosing and travelling to races.
Naperville Turkey Trot: common questions
- When is the Naperville Turkey Trot?
- The next confirmed date is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
- Where is the Naperville Turkey Trot held?
- In Naperville, Illinois.
- What distances does the Naperville Turkey Trot offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Naperville Turkey Trot?
- About 7,800 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Naperville Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Naperville Turkey Trot?
- Yes — registration is open. $35 (from napervilleturkeytrot.com, checked October 2, 2026).
- What time does the Naperville Turkey Trot start?
- 8:00 AM CST.
- What is the course like at the Naperville Turkey Trot?
- Loop course; Road surface.
- What is race-day weather usually like at the Naperville Turkey Trot?
- about 28°F at the start, 62% humidity, 14 mph wind (based on the 2025 race day, measured near the city center rather than the exact start line; Open-Meteo, checked October 2, 2026).
Plan this race in RaceRove
Save it to your plan, compare it with other races, check typical race-day weather and track your 50-state progress in the interactive app.