Orland Park Turkey Trot Returns For 36th Year, Registration Open Now

ORLAND PARK, IL — The Turkey Trot is returning to Orland Park Nov. 28, at 8 a.m. This year marks the 36th year for the holiday mainstay, with the Village expecting another sold-out event.

The chip-timed race held on Thanksgiving morning has become a highly anticipated tradition for many Orland Park residents and their guests looking to kick off the holiday with a brisk run before sitting down to their annual feasts.

"The Orland Park community looks forward to the Turkey Trot every year," said Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau. "It is always great to see families spending time together participating in this annual tradition, I would like to remind everyone to register early before spots run out."

The race features a 2.5-mile cross-country course, taking runners and walkers through paved roads, paths and picturesque John Humphrey Woods of Orland Park.

All race participants will receive a long-sleeved dri-fit race shirt, refreshments and are entered into a post-race drawing for prizes.

Registration is available online at orlandpark.org/turkeytrot through November 15 or when full, whichever occurs first. No day-of race registration will be accepted.

Prize turkeys will be awarded to the top overall male and female finishers. The top three finishers in 14 age groups, male & female, ranging from U9 to 70+ will receive medals. Pre-registration is required and recommended as the race is limited to 1,000 participants and spots fill up fast.

Race fees are $21 for residents and $25 for non-residents until October 31. Beginning November 1, fees will increase to $26 for residents and $30 for non-residents. Race fees are non-refundable.

Pre-race packet pickup is available November 22 through November 26 at The Human Race Sports located at 15148 S. LaGrange Road in Orland Park. Day of race packet pickup is also available at the event site beginning at 6:30 a.m.

Strollers and pets are not permitted. For more information, or to volunteer for the Turkey Trot, visit orlandpark.org/turkeytrot, call (708) 403-5000 or e-mail specialevents@orlandpark.org.