Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K
Schaumburg Turkey Trot offers a Thanksgiving tradition with a flat course and festive finish.
Race Date
Nov 28, 2026
Location
Elk Grove Village, IL
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 28, 2026
- Location
- Elk Grove Village, Illinois
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 13.1 Miles, 100m
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 17,848
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K has become a beloved Thanksgiving Saturday tradition, drawing participants for its flat, fast course and community spirit. Since its first running in 2009, now in its 16th edition, the event has seen approximately 724 finishers on average, attracting runners from around 14 states.
The USATF-certified course is designed for speed, featuring minimal elevation change and a net drop of zero, making it a prime candidate for personal bests. Runners can expect a well-marked path through Elk Grove Village, with typical race-day temperatures hovering between 25-39°F, creating a brisk atmosphere.
Beyond the race itself, participants are rewarded with a finisher medal and a donut at the finish line, embodying the event's focus on simple, satisfying post-race celebration. With a repeat-runner loyalty rate of about 24%, the Schaumburg Turkey Trot continues to build on its legacy as a community-focused event.
Race-provided description
Join the Thanksgiving Saturday tradition at the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk. Everyone gets a finisher medal and donut at the finish line! Schaumburg, IL Use #TurkeyTradition to share your photos! Event times, dates, location and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website AllCommunityEvents.com.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 28, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Unisex Event Shirt
Start Location
Ned Brown Meadow Grove 28-30, Elk Grove Village, IL, 60007
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
IL22045NM · Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8116 years running
~724 finishers a year
shrinking
24% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources · 5 photos
runners from 14 states
winner 1:19:43
typical high 39°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
25°
Afternoon (High)
39°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
70%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 17,848 finishers actually crossed the line across 16 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
17,848
Median time
2:09:45
Latest turnout
553
States
43
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K?
The Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K is held on Saturday, November 28, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K take place?
It takes place in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.
What distances does the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 13.1 Miles, 100m.
Is the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 17,848 runners who have completed the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon & 5K.
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