5K Races in Illinois — 2026

There are 207 5K races in Illinois scheduled for 2026. The next is the Washington Park Trail Trek in Springfield on October 24. Illinois 5K races run primarily October.

Fast Track Cross Country Open

Sun, Nov 8 · Schaumburg, IL Schaumburg

Men's RaceWomen's Race

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Redder for Edder 3 Mile Run and Walk

Sun, Nov 8 · Normal, IL Normal

3 Mile Run and Walk

From $25 Open

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2026 Jingle Bell Run - Central Illinois

Sun, Nov 8 · Normal, IL Normal

1 Mile5K Untimed5K Timed +2

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Broncos on the Run

Fri, Nov 13 · Cerro Gordo, IL Cerro Gordo

Broncos on the Run

From $20 Open

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Maryville Turkey Trot

Sat, Nov 14 · Maryville, IL Maryville

1 mile accuracy run/walk5K

From $10 Open

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St. Elizabeth Royal Run 5K

Sat, Nov 14 · Granite City, IL Granite City

Royal Run 5K5K in Prayer - Pray in the Church for our Athletes as they run

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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2026 Jingle Bell Run - Western Suburbs, IL

Sat, Nov 14 · Wheaton, IL Wheaton

1 Mile5K Timed5K Untimed +2

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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BridgeTogether for Autism 5K

Sat, Nov 14 · Burr Ridge, IL Burr Ridge

BridgeTogether 5K

From $40 Closed

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The Perfect Cadence 5K Fun(draiser) Run!

Sat, Nov 14 · Chicago, IL Chicago

The Perfect Cadence 5K Fun(draiser) Run!

From $60 Open 55 spots left

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Brookfield Zoo Chicago Reindeer Run

Sat, Nov 14 · Brookfield, IL Brookfield

Fun Run

From $45 Open

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New Salem Children's Center Turkey Trot

Sat, Nov 14 · Petersburg, IL Petersburg

5K Run/WalkFun Run (Untimed)

From $15 Open

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Storm the Castle 5K Walk/Run

Sat, Nov 14 · Peoria, IL Peoria

5K RunWalk ONLYShirt Only

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Lisle Turkey Trot Tune-Up 5K

Sun, Nov 15 · Lisle, IL Lisle

5K

From $55 Open

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Jingle Dash 5K

Sun, Nov 15 · Hinsdale, IL Hinsdale

Jingle Dash 5K

From $45 Open

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Grayslake Central Turkey Trot

Sun, Nov 15 · Grayslake, IL Grayslake

5k

From $45 Open

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Jolly Jingle 5K

Sat, Nov 21 · Harrisburg, IL Harrisburg

5K Run/Walk

From $25 Open

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Miles for Minds

Sat, Nov 21 · Cambridge, IL Cambridge

1 Mile Run/Walk5K

From $30 Open

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Titan Trek 5K

Sat, Nov 21 · Chatham, IL Chatham

1 Mile Fun Run/Walk1 Mile Fun Run/Walk5K- Students (K-12) +3

From $22 Open Closing Soon

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Sandwich Turkey Trot 5k

Sat, Nov 21 · Sandwich, IL Sandwich

5k

From $40 Open

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Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot 5k

Sat, Nov 21 · Aurora, IL Aurora

5k

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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Butterball Burner 5K Fun Run

Sun, Nov 22 · Homewood, IL Homewood

Butterball Burner 5K Fun Run

From $20 Open

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Run for a Sole 5K

Sun, Nov 22 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Run for a Sole - 5K

From $75 Open

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Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase

Sun, Nov 22 · Crystal Lake, IL Crystal Lake

5K Run/Walk

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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Earn Your Stuffing Early 5K

Sun, Nov 22 · Fairfield, IL Fairfield

5K Walk5K Run/Walk5K Stroller Walker

From $25 Open

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Run for the Dogs Virtual Run

Mon, Nov 23 · Your Town, IL Your Town

Run for the Dogs Virtual 5k

From $25 Open

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Du Quoin Holiday Hustle 5K Run/Walk

Tue, Nov 24 · Du Quoin, IL Du Quoin

Du Quoin Holiday Hustle 5K Fun Run/WalkDu Quoin Holiday Hustle Competitive 5K RunDu Quoin Holiday Hustle Competitive 5K Walk

From $30 Open

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Dieterich Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk

Thu, Nov 26 · Dieterich, IL Dieterich

1 Mile Fun Run5K Run and Walk

From $25 Open

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Thornton Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26 · Glenwood, IL Glenwood

Thornton Turkey Trot- 1 Mile Community WalkThornton Turkey Trot - 1 Mile Kids RaceThornton Turkey Trot 5k

From $15 Open

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Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26 · Elmhurst, IL Elmhurst

Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk

From $45 Open

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2026 Thanksgiving Trail Trot

Thu, Nov 26 · Sheffield, IL Sheffield

Thanksgiving Trail Trot

From $20 Closed

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Giving Thanks 5K

Thu, Nov 26 · Dekalb, IL Dekalb

5K Run/Walk - Youth (Virtual)5K Run/Walk - Adult (In-Person)5K Run/Walk - Adult (Virtual) +1

From $20 Open

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Edwardsville Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run!

Thu, Nov 26 · Edwardsville, IL Edwardsville

Kids Fun Run (12 and under)5K Fun Run

From $20 Closed

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Turkey Trot 5K- Presented by Byron Bank

Thu, Nov 26 · Byron, IL Byron

Turkey Trot 5K - Presented by Byron Bank

From $30 Open

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48th Annual Oglesby Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26 · Oglesby, IL Oglesby

3 Mile Run/Walk

From $30 Open

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Pilgrim Pie Run for Rotary

Thu, Nov 26 · La Grange, IL La Grange

5K Run/Walk

From $31.5 Open Closing Soon

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Marseilles Gobble Wobble

Thu, Nov 26 · Marseilles, IL Marseilles

Marseilles Gobble Wobble

From $20 Open

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UIS - BOS Turkey Trot 5K

Thu, Nov 26 · Springfield, IL Springfield

UIS-BOS Turkey Trot 5K - Virtual OptionUIS-BOS Turkey Trot 5K

From $35 Open

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Edison Park Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

5K Run/WalkSilver SponsorGobble Gallop +3

From $25 Open

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Henry's Thanksgiving Day Hustle 5K & 1/2 Mile Kids Dash

Thu, Nov 26 · Lake in the Hills, IL Lake in the Hills

5K

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Winnetka Turkey Trot 2026

Thu, Nov 26 · Winnetka, IL Winnetka

5k Speedy Trotters5k TrottersFamily Trot 9am

From $35 Open

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Tuscola Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk 2026

Thu, Nov 26 · Tuscola, IL Tuscola

Tuscola Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk 2026

From $30 Open

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Trout Valley Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26 · Trout Valley, IL Trout Valley

Kids Fun Run5K

From $15 Open

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Bare Bones Turkey Trot Mattoon

Thu, Nov 26 · Mattoon, IL Mattoon

5 Mile or 3 Mile

From $25 Open

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Seneca High School Irish Turkey Run

Thu, Nov 26 · Seneca, IL Seneca

Seneca High School Irish Turkey Run

From $20 Open

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Poultry and Pie Predictor 4 Mile Run/Walk and 1 Mile Kids Run

Thu, Nov 26 · Joliet, IL Joliet

1 Mile Kids RunPoultry and Pie Predictor 4 Mile Run/Walk

From $12 Open

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Robinson Fire Protection District's Turkey Trot for Tots 5K

Thu, Nov 26 · Robinson, IL Robinson

5K Run/Walk

From $30 Open

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McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K

Thu, Nov 26 · McHenry, IL McHenry

5K

From $35 Open

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City of Bloomington Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26 · Bloomington, IL Bloomington

3 Mile Run or 1.5 Mile Walk1.5 Mile WalkKids Half Mile Run

From $0 Open

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Bare Bones Turkey Trot Toledo

Thu, Nov 26 · Toledo, IL Toledo

3 Mile

From $25 Open

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5k Turkey Trot Family Tradition 2026

Thu, Nov 26 · Elmwood Park, IL Elmwood Park

1 Mile WalkKids 5k5k

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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