Newark Turkey Trot 10K / 5K
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54th Annual Newark Turkey Trot 10k / 5k
The event is the 54th edition of the Newark Turkey Trot, described as Delaware's oldest consecutive road race. It takes place at Norma B. Handloff Park, 1000 Barksdale Road, Newark, DE, and offers two distances:
- 10 km
- 5 km
The course is USATF certified and runs through residential areas with rolling hills. The 10k route is two loops. Chip timing is provided by R2R Timing using the MYLAPS BibTag system. Results will be posted online during the race and final results will be published after the event. Photos will be posted online after the race.
The event supports the James F. Hall Scholarship Fund to provide tuition assistance for youth to participate in Newark Parks and Recreation programs. Vendors will be on site and there will be raffles donated by local businesses. Amenities include post-race refreshments and raffles; the first 500 registered participants will receive shirts.
Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers for each distance, plus age-group awards. The 10k uses 5-year age increments; the 5k lists separate male and female age categories extending into older age groups. Pets and dogs are not allowed at the event due to insurance liability. Bibs are non-transferable and event policies apply. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
