Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon
Flat USATF certified half on the paved paths of Busse Woods, run over Thanksgiving weekend in the northwest Chicago suburbs with a 3:30 course limit.
Every link above goes to the race, its timing provider, or an official registration partner. Last checked July 26, 2026.
Quick facts
- USATF certified paved course, certification IL22045NM.
- Flat forest preserve trail with lakefront and wooded sections.
- 3 hour 30 minute limit from the 8:00 a.m. start.
- Held on Thanksgiving weekend rather than Thanksgiving morning.
2026 Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon registration
Registration for the 2026 Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon
All Community Events has run this Thanksgiving weekend race since 2009 and it has grown into one of the larger holiday halves around Chicago. The Schaumburg name is historical. The start now sits inside the Ned Brown Preserve in Elk Grove Village, a few minutes east.
Course
The route stays on the paved trail network inside Busse Woods, running the shoreline of Busse Lake and the wooded eastern edge of the preserve. It is flat and certified, which makes it a legitimate personal best course, with the usual forest preserve caveats about path width and wet leaves.
Race-day weather
Late November in northern Illinois can deliver anything from the 20s to the 50s. Wind across the open lake sections is the dependable problem, and shaded trail can hold ice after a cold night.
Past Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, November 28, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon?
The 2026 Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon is on Saturday, November 28, 2026.
How do I register for the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon?
Register for the Schaumburg Turkey Trot Half Marathon through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/schaumburg-turkey-trot-half-marathon/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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