Name: Grant Park Turkey Trot
Start: 20211127
End: 20211127
Location: Chicago

CHICAGO, IL | NOV. 27, 2021

2021 WEBSITE AND GEAR UPDATES COMING SOON!

EVENT DAY QUICK LINKS

PACKET PICK UP INFO / FIND MY BIB NUMBER / EVENT SCHEDULE

PARKING / RESULTS / FAQ’S

ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE COMMEMORATIVE QUARTER ZIP MAILED TO YOUR DOOR, ONLINE RESULTS, DIGITAL BIB & FINISHER CERTIFICATE. MEDAL AVAILABLE DURING REGISTRATION.

RUN, SMILE, SHARE

BUILD YOUR SMILE MEDAL COLLECTION

Earn your limited edition collectible medals and get 25% off the other Smile Series races:
Jolly Jack O’ Lantern 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
Smilin’ Santa 5K, 10K & Half Marathon!

CREATE A TEAM O' TURKEYS

Create a Team O’ Turkeys, run with your team bib and celebrate with commemorative finisher certificates with your team name!
To create a team, select “Create/Join Team” during step 3 of registration. Then, tell your family and friends to join your team!

HOW TO RUN YOUR OWN COURSE AND SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS

HOW TO RUN THE COURSE AND SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS

1. Download RunGo, Strava (Premium) or MapMyRun. Click here to learn how to locate the course on these apps here.
*If you would like audio, turn-by-turn directions we recommend RunGo.
2. Once you arrive at the course, reference map below for exact start/finish location.
3. Run! Be sure to click “finish” when you are done to make sure you record an accurate time.
4. Click here to learn how to submit your results to the leader board.

HOW TO GET TO THE COURSE

COURSE MAPS

Results

2020 Results
2019 Results
2019 Photos
2018 National Leader Board Results
Results from all the American Turkey Tradition races will be aggregated into one results page where you can see how compared to over 60,000 runners from around the country.
2018 Results
2018 Photos
2017 Results
2017 Photos
2016 Results
2016 Photos
2015 Results
2015 Photos
2014 Results
2014 Photos
2013 Results
2013 Photos
2012 Results
2012 Photos
2011 Results
2011 Photos

Charity

Playworks Illinois
Click Here To Donate or Fund Raise
Playworks is reducing bullying, making kids feel safer, returning classroom time back to teachers for instruction, all while getting students more physically active. We partner with 18 low-income Chicago public elementary schools. We place a full-time program coordinator to bring our innovative play-based program to the schools that teaches kids valuable social and emotional skills like team work, conflict resolution and empathy both on and off the recess space. Our evidence-based program changes the entire culture of the school by using something kids already want to do – play. Please join us in making schools and communities places where all children are able to play safely.

FAQS & CONTACT US

When will my gear be shipped?
Gear will be shipped out weekly starting on 11/11.
What date do I complete my Half Marathon, 10K or 5K?
You can run the Thankful Turkey any day from Thanksgiving Day – November 29th.
How do I print my bib?
Click this link to learn how to print your official race bib.
How do I print out my finisher certificate?
Congratulations on conquering the The Thankful Turkey Half Marathon, 10K & 5K! After you submit your results, there is a button in the top right corner that says “Certificate.”
What type of material is The Thankful Turkey shirt?
100% Performance Polyester
When do I need to submit results by?
You can submit results anytime between Thanksgiving Day – November 29th.
When does my 25% off coupon to my next fall race expire?
Your 25% off coupon will expire on the Thursday after you register.
Email: info@allcommunityevents.com
Phone: 224-757-5425
Office hours: M – F from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST
*We may not be in the office on Mondays or Fridays due to being on-site for events.

WHAT IS THE 2020 THANKFUL TURKEY?

The Chicago Thanksgiving tradition continues virtually in 2020 featuring The Thankful Turkey Half Marathon, 10K & 5k commemorative gear.
Here’s how it works:
1. Register to secure your spot.
2. Get your commemorative event gear mailed straight to your door.
3. Run/Walk the distance on a course of your choosing between Thanksgiving Day – November 29th. Feel free to use your favorite tracking app or watch to help keep track of your time and distance.
4. Submit your results to the leader board, print off your finisher certificate and share (brag!) with your friends using this year’s selfie smile medal.

UPDATES & SAFETY PROTOCOLS

We are excited to announce the Grant Park Turkey Trot 5K will be happening LIVE on November 27th. We have recreated this run to make it what we believe is the safest individual run you can participate in (click here for a complete list of safety protocols). We also have a virtual option, as well!
Here’s how it works:
1. Register now to secure your spot and we will not charge your card until 2 weeks before the event. If the run is unable to occur at this time you will not be charged. Limited spots available.
2. On event day, we will release each individual runner in a time-trial start. Participants will sign up for an exact start time closer to the event (exact date to be announced).
3. There will be limited touchpoints at this event. All event water will be in sealed water bottles at water stops and all finish line food will be packaged grab-and-go snacks.
4. This is a no mass gathering run. All registration will be done online and packet pick up will pre-event and by mail.
5. All staff will be wearing a mask/facial covering at all times.
6. There will be increased handwashing and hand sanitizer stations throughout the event site and the racecourse.
7. Subject to change, pending local gathering guidelines.

2019’s COMMEMORATIVE
EVENT GEAR

Keeping you warm, like that turkey in the oven.
2021 EVENT GEAR COMING SOON!

A MEDAL
FOR EVERY FINISHER

Medals are made to flaunt!
2021 EVENT MEDAL COMING SOON!

LOCALLY MADE & FAMOUS

DO RITE DONUTS

WAITING FOR YOU AT THE FINISH LINE.

BEAUTIFUL GRANT
PARK COURSE

COURSE MAP

ALWAYS THANKFUL FOR

FREE BEER AND HOT CIDER

EVENT CHARITY

RUN FOR A CAUSE

DONATE NOW

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TEAM O’ TURKEYS COMPETITION

CREATE A TEAM TO EARN A CAN COOLER

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

RUN VIRTUALLY

We are excited to also offer the option to conquer the Grant Park Turkey Trot 5K virtually on your own on a course of your choosing and get the gear mailed straight to your door.
Here’s how it works:
1. Select the virtual category when you sign up. Your card will be charged at the time of registration.
2. Conquer your distance on your own, on a course of your choosing any day through November 31st. Remember to print your commemorative bib before taking off on your run!
3. Use your favorite tracking app or watch to keep track of your mileage and finish time.
4. Submit your results to be added to the leader board. Learn how to submit your results here (link coming soon). Be sure to print off your finisher certificate after you submit your results!
5. Get your commemorative gear mailed straight to your door!

SAFETY PROTOCOLS

On race day, we will release 1 participant individually every 10 seconds. There will be clear markings on the ground to comply with proper social distancing procedures. The start and finish line will be separated.
There will be limited touchpoints. All water will be in sealed water bottles at water stops and all finish line food will be packaged grab-and-go snacks. Participants will sign an online waiver prior to participating.
This is a no mass gathering run. All registration will be done online and packet pick up will pre-race day and by mail. Please arrive no earlier than 5 minutes prior to your assigned start time and please depart once you complete the race.
All staff will be wearing a mask/facial covering at all times.
Please wear a mask or facial covering when you are in the start/finish line area. You may remove your mask when you begin the race. Please note there will not be a gear check to hold masks. It can be placed on a belt, in an arm or waistband, etc. Please remember to put the mask/facial covering back on when you have finished the race.
There will be increased handwashing and hand sanitizer stations throughout the site and the racecourse.
No spectators are allowed near the start and finish line. Spectators may watch the race along the racecourse at least 6 ft. back from participants.

American Turkey Tradition

American Turkey Tradition
We are excited to announce that the Grant Park Turkey Trot has come together with Thanksgiving runs from around the nation to from a multi city running festival called the American Turkey Tradition. Now, in addition to running with everyone at your local event you will be able to come together with runners from around the country in the World’s Largest Thanksgiving running festival:
Connect with 60,000 runners from around the country:
-National leader board, see results tab
-Live national broadcast, coming soon

Schedule

Race Day
There will be no race day packet pick up. Please arrive no earlier than 5 minutes before your assigned start time. This race has a limited number of spots and will sell out. If you miss your start time, your spot will be forfeited. The race will try to allow you to start at the end of the wave, however, this is subject to available spots.
Staggered start with one participant starting individually every 10 seconds. Participants will be assigned their exact start time in an email the week of the race based on their estimated pace.
Course time limits:
5K – 1 hour 30 minutes
10K – 2 hours and 30 minutes

Packet pick up

Event morning packet pick up not available.
Option 1: Get your packet mailed right to your door for $12.99 (limited time availability).
Option 2: Packet pick up details will be available 2 weeks before the event.
Picking up someone else’s packet, don’t forget you must bring their signed waiver.
Event morning packet pick up not available.
*Note for 2021 that there will be no race day packet pick up. If you do not pick up your participant gear there will be a fee to have it mailed to you: Post-race event gear registration

Charity

Playworks Illinois
Click Here To Donate or Fund Raise
Playworks is reducing bullying, making kids feel safer, returning classroom time back to teachers for instruction, all while getting students more physically active. We partner with 18 low-income Chicago public elementary schools. We place a full-time program coordinator to bring our innovative play-based program to the schools that teaches kids valuable social and emotional skills like team work, conflict resolution and empathy both on and off the recess space. Our evidence-based program changes the entire culture of the school by using something kids already want to do – play. Please join us in making schools and communities places where all children are able to play safely.

Team Competition

Create a TEAM OF TURKEYS, Get rewards!
Create a team, give it a name and get as many people as possible to be a part of your team.
1. Grow your team to 7 participants and get a free can cooler.
2. Get voted “best team name” in your city and win free registrations to 2020’s Turkey Trot*.
Grant Park Turkey Trot – 2018 Team Standings
American Turkey Tradition – 2018 National Team Standings
-Best Grant Park Turkey Trot team name voting will take place in November. VOTE HERE.
*Limit 25 registrants. Registrants must be registered on 2019’s team to be eligible for free registration to 2020’s event.
*Free registration is for 2019 team members only and is non-transferable.

Directions & Parking

Start/finish:
Arvey Field in Grant Park
1501 S Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60605
All Community Events recommends eco-friendly transportation for your convenience: carpool, bicycle or use public transit!
Public Transportation:
-CTA (Chicago Transit Authority): CTA’s trip planner http://tripsweb.rtachicago.com or 888.YOUR.CTA
-Metra Train Service: www.metrarail.com or 312.322.6777
-RTA (Regional Transit Authority): www.rtachicago.com
Parking:
-Limited street parking may be available.
Paid parking is available at:
-various parking garages
Bicycle parking is available near the race start/finish location.

COURSE MAPS & LIVE PARTICIPANT TRACKING

Course Maps:
Course Map
These courses are entirely on the Chicago Lakefront Trail and sidewalks.
Toilets located at start/finish line.
Live Participant Tracking:
Click here to download the live participant tracking app, RaceJoy.
Experience race day like never before! Track your race progress while on course. Your family and friends can track your progress and directly send you motivational support while you’re racing.

Awards

Photos & Results

Results and free digital photos will be posted here after the event.
2019 National Leader Board Results
Results from all the American Turkey Tradition races will be aggregated into one results page where you can see how compared to over 50,000 runners from around the country.
2019 Results
2019 Photos
2018 National Leader Board Results
Results from all the American Turkey Tradition races will be aggregated into one results page where you can see how compared to over 60,000 runners from around the country.
2018 Results
2018 Photos
2017 Results
2017 Photos
2016 Results
2016 Photos
2015 Results
2015 Photos
2014 Results
2014 Photos
2013 Results
2013 Photos
2012 Results
2012 Photos
2011 Results
2011 Photos

BEER

Volunteer info

CONTACT US AND FAQS

You will enter your credit card information at the time of registration, but your card will not be charged until 2 weeks prior to the event.
Need help with your registration? Race Transfer? Change your t-shirt size? Bib exchange? etc. Click here.
Runners and walkers can participate in this race. See the schedule above for the time limit. One participant will start every 10 seconds.
This run will be chip timed. Participants wear a timing chip integrated with their bib number that starts their individual time when they cross the start line and stops it when they cross the finish line.
Participant gear must be picked up at pre-packet pickup or mailed to you. If you do not pick up your participant gear there will be a fee to have it mailed to you. Post-race shirt request link.
If you ordered your race packet to be mailed to you or signed up for the virtual run, your gear will typically arrive 1 – 4 days before the race day. It will be sent to the address you entered in during registration. If your package does not arrive before the race day, please come to packet pick up or the race site where you will be re-assigned your bib and gear.
Headphones/iPod/mp3 devices are allowed, though are strongly not recommended. It is the participant’s responsibility to make sure that they do not impair their ability to hear and detect present or potential hazards and dangers.
If at any time you are in need of assistance throughout the run please notify a volunteer or course monitor.
All participants are required to sign an online waiver. There will be no paper waivers to minimize touchpoints.
No Dogs. Strollers are allowed for walkers & joggers only and the parent/guardian must sign a waiver on behalf of their child(ren) in the stroller.
All water stations include water. All drinks will be in sealed bottles and participants will be able to take them off of the table themselves to minimize touchpoints.
The run will start rain, snow or shine. The run could be delayed due to lightning or other dangerous conditions. The above schedule is weather dependent.
You can transfer to a different distance within the same race up to 7 days before the run. If you are transferring to a more expensive race you’ll have to pay the difference of the registration fees.
You can transfer your registration/bib # to another participant for $6 up to 3 days before the run.
You can defer your registration to next year’s race or any other All Community Events race for $6 up to 17 days before the run. After that, you can still defer for $15 until the day prior to packet pick up. All deferment requests must be sent via e-mail and please include your name, the race your currently in and which race you would like to defer into.
You can manage your shirt size and any other add-ons up to 10 days before the race day.
Email: info@allcommunityevents.com
Phone: 224-757-5425
Office hours: M – F from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST
*We may not be in the office on Mondays or Fridays due to being on-site for events.