Belleville, Illinois (United States of America) - "Eckert's Belleville Farm Wine Run Turkey Trot 5k". Like running? Love wine? This race is for you! Join us on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 9:00am for our "Thanksgiving themed" event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Eckert's Belleville Farm! Eckert’s pledge to sustainable farming practices is unsurpassed. Sustainability in agriculture means meeting the food needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to do the same. It encompasses farming methods that are environmentally sound, economically viable and protect public health. It also brings into consideration the working and living conditions of laborers, enhancement of the land upon which farming depends, the living and working conditions of laborers, and the ability to make the most efficient use of nonrenewable and on-farm resources. So, whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race will be timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com. Registration includes: t-shirt: super soft ring spun cotton t-shirt included; wine glass: shatterproof, collapsible, and portable; finisher medal: wine glass shaped medal; race bib: chip timed 5k run/walk; results posted online; and of course, a pour of wine! www.winerun5k.com

Naperville, Illinois (United States of America) - "Naperville Noon Lions 5K Turkey Trot". The Naperville Noon Lions Club will host its 28th annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving AM, November 27, 2025 starting at 8:00 AM. Registration is open. Only on-line registration is accepted. This is a chip timed race with awards given to the top three overall male and female finishers as well as the top three finishers in each age group. Runners, walkers, running strollers and special needs runners/walkers are welcome. Adult registration $35 (+ fee) until Oct. 31, 2025; $40 (+ fee) thru Nov. 21; $45 (+ fee) thereafter. Children ages 10-14 $30 and children 9 and under $25. All proceeds benefit individuals with vision, hearing or diabetes issues. Packet pick up will be the The Running Company store in downtown Naperville on Nov. 22, 23, 24, 25, and 26 and at Naperville Central High School on race day starting at 7:00 AM. www.napervilleturkeytrot.com

Columbia, Illinois (United States of America) - "American Bottoms 100". This is a unique road ultra on a beautiful course, following the Mississippi River as you run through the historic American Bottom. Race headquarters is in Columbia, Illinois, just outside of St. Louis, Missouri. The race offers a 110-mile and a 55-mile option. The course will loosely follow the American Discovery Trail and the Kaskaskia-Cahokia Trail, Illinois' first road. You’ll watch the sun rise over the Illinois bluffs while running on levees and deserted backroads, from Columbia to the confluence of the Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers. You’ll make your way through many historic sites, including Piggott's Fort, Fort de Chartres, and the town of Prairie du Rocher. This is a flat and fast course with generous cut-off times, plenty of aid stations, and a friendly atmosphere. It will make a great first hundred miler or a chance for you to set a new personal record at this distance. So, if you're interested in a no-frills ultra with a low entry fee, then come test yourself this spring on the American Bottom. The 110-mile race starts at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21st, 2026 and finishes at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, with a 34-hour cut-off, 18:32 minute-per-mile pace, 1,400 feet of elevation gain total, out-and-back course, 76% levees and 24% hardball road, and 17 aid stations. The 55-mile race starts at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21st, 2026 and finishes at 10:00 p.m. the same day, with a 15-hour cut-off, 16:21 minute-per-mile pace, 700 feet of elevation gain total, point-to-point course, 76% levees and 24% hardball road, and 8 aid stations. https://americanbottoms100.com