Turkey Trot 5K - Byron
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Event details
The Turkey Trot is a 5K held on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in Byron, Illinois. The event location is 500 N. Colfax St., Byron, IL 61010. The race is presented by Byron Bank.
Pies will be randomly awarded to participants in attendance. A "Best Dressed" Golden Turkey award will be given, with a special prize for the winner or winners. Chip timing will be provided by J3 Timing. Plaques will be awarded to the overall male and female finishers. Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age division: 0-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65-74, and 75+.
Registration and logistics
Registration fees vary by date and age (youth = 0-17 years). Through November 3: $30 adult / $20 youth. November 4-26: $37 adult / $27 youth. Race day (11/27) fees: $44 adult / $34 youth. Pre-registration and online registration close at 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 26. Custom race shirts are guaranteed for participants registered by Monday, November 3 at 12:00 pm.
Pre-registration packet pick-up is on November 26 from 5:00-9:00 pm at the Byron PE Center. Day-of registration and race check-in is available on race day from 7:00-7:45 am. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.