Turkey Trot Chicago

Road Running covering 5 km to 8 km in Chicago (Illinois, United States)

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United StatesShow on map(41.9205° N, 87.6350° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +35 m

Turkey Trot Chicago is an endurance sporting event in Chicago, Illinois, US focused on Road Running. Key features include City Run, Kids & Youth Races, Festive.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including 8K (8.05 km, +35 m D+), and 5K (5 km, +22 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (turkeytrotchicago.com).

Official website

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Event characteristics

City Run Kids & Youth Races Festive

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
8K	Road Running	8.05 km	+35 m	54 m - 69 m	Loop course	Route & profile
5K	Road Running	5 km	+22 m	57 m - 66 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

8.05 km

Elevation gain

+35 m D+

Elevation loss

-35 m D-

Altitude range

54 m - 69 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

8.05 km+35 m D+Peak 69 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 54 m to 69 m above sea level (+35 m D+, -35 m D-)

Peak: 69 m·at 5.8 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Turkey Trot Chicago take place?

Turkey Trot Chicago takes place in Chicago, Illinois, US (start area at coordinates 41.9205° N, 87.635° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Turkey Trot Chicago?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including 8K (8.05 km, +35 m D+), and 5K (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Turkey Trot Chicago?

The main competition (8K over 8.05 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +35 m of elevation gain and -35 m of elevation loss, ranging between 54 m and 69 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Turkey Trot Chicago?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (turkeytrotchicago.com).