Edwardsville's Thanksgiving Day tradition is back for 2025!!

REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 21ST TO SECURE YOUR SWAG!

Mark your calendars for Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27, 2025—the Edwardsville Turkey Trot is back!

Now in its 16th year, the Turkey Trot has grown into a cherished holiday tradition for local families and for those visiting loved ones in the area. With participation regularly topping 1,400 runners—and a record 1,788 in 2019—it’s recognized as one of the largest (if not the largest) 5Ks in the region.

This year’s event will once again be hosted on the scenic campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, giving participants a beautiful backdrop to kick off their Thanksgiving celebrations.

More than just a race, the Turkey Trot supports a great cause. Proceeds benefit Edwardsville Neighbors, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides critical financial assistance to District 7 families during times of crisis.

So grab your family, gather your friends, and join us Thanksgiving morning for a run, a walk, and a tradition that gives back to the community we love.

Where and What Time?

SIUE Lot F (SIUE Student Fitness Center)

Kids Fun Run - 8:00 AM

5K - 8:30 AM

Award Ceremony (Indoors) - 9:30 AM

Age Group Awards

Turkey trophies to the Top 3 Male/Female Overall, Top Male/Female Masters (40+) and Top 3 in following groups - 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

Event Swag

Option 1: Edwardsville Neighbors custom LED Belt Bag 

This Wrenn & Rae running belt for women and men has a sleek and slim design and offers expandable storage space for carrying all you’ll need on your Thanksgiving morning run or walk! A built-in fiber optic LED light with three modes keeps you visible up to 500 feet, making it perfect for running, walking, hiking, travel, or everyday use. Created by local duo, Ashley & Lucas Dicks. (Check it out here!)

Option 2: Event logo embroidered trucker hat

Show your Thanksgiving morning spirit with our 2025 event logo’d beanie! A colorful logo on a cozy slate blue waffle-knit beanie will be your favorite into the 2025 winter season.