Bethany Community Church hosts “Iron Turkey” in support of local charities Heartline and Heart House, My Sister’s House, and Safe Families for Children Peoria/Bloomington.
Bethany Community Church's Community Running Club invites you to join them for an 8th race/walk event November 21, 2026 to support Heartline and Heart House, My Sister’s House, and Safe Families for Children Peoria/Bloomington. The race will take place on a 1.5 mile cross country style loop course, with optional obstacles, around the property of Bethany Community Church (27577 Dutch Lane, Washington, IL). Come test your grit! The event includes a timed 5K and an untimed 1.5 mile walk. Thanksgiving or turkey themed costumes are encouraged! Optional obstacles include a slalom through trees, riding large trikes, hopping hay bales, a farmer's carry, an army crawl under cargo nets, and more! Participants can skip the obstacles that don't interest them, but a prize given to those who do all obstacles.
The 5K and walk begin at 9am. Jogging strollers are welcome, but for safety, pets are not allowed on the course.
Each registration will be given a short-sleeved T-shirt (cotton or dry fit, your choice) and a baseball hat. Participants may purchase a hoodie or beanie on top of the registration price until noon on 11/6, if desired.
Three Timelines to Register:
Early bird discount of $40 until noon 10/2, T-shirt and hat guaranteed.
Price increase to $50 beginning at 12:01pm on 10/2 to noon 11/6, T-shirt and hat still guaranteed.
Price increase to $55 beginning at 12:01pm on 11/6 until race day, race day entries until 8:45am, T-shirt and hat NOT guaranteed.
The top 3 male finishers will each receive a $20 gift card, and the top 3 female finishers will each receive a $20 gift card. The best turkey costume or Thanksgiving-themed attire will also receive a $20 gift card. Prizes given to those who do all the obstacles--just punch your card at each obstacle!
Click "Register" to register for the event.
Schedule:
Friday (11/20)
3:00-5:00pm - 1st of 2 packet pick up opportunities at the gym at the Bethany Community Church building at 27577 Dutch Lane, Washington, IL, follow the signs and come in the doors that lead directly to the gym.
Saturday (11/21)
7:30-8:45am - 2nd of 2 packet pick up opportunities at the gym at the Bethany Community Church building at 27577 Dutch Lane, Washington, IL, follow the signs and come in the doors that lead directly to the gym.
8:55am - Pre-race prayer and instructions
9:00am - 5K race and 1.5 mile walk begin simultaneously.
9:15am until ? - Immediately after the race/walk, join us back in the gym for the post-race party complete with pumpkin and apple pie as we look forward to Thanksgiving!
The top 3 male finishers will each receive a $20 gift card, and the top 3 female finishers will each receive a $20 gift card. The best turkey costume or Thanksgiving-themed attire will also receive a $20 gift card. Winners can spend that gift card on anything they'd like, but we recommend it goes toward purchasing your turkey for Thanksgiving! :)
Not up for the run but want to send your support from afar? You can donate directly to all three organizations at any time.