Bayonne Turkey Trot 5K

NOV

26

2026

Kick off Thanksgiving Day with the Bayonne Turkey Trot at Bayonne County Park. Choose between a 5K run or a 1-mile fun run in this annual community tradition. It's a family-friendly event for all ages and abilities, complete with a race shirt and festive morning vibes before the holiday meal.

Thu 26 Nov 2026

Bayonne, New Jersey

Registration

5 kilometers

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Bayonne Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

This running event takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026 at Bayonne County Park in Bayonne, New Jersey. It is an annual community tradition held on Thanksgiving morning.

Participants can choose from two events:

Turkey Trot 5K, starting at 10:00 AM EST.
1 Mile Fun Run, starting at 9:00 AM EST.

Registration is required, with the price increasing after specific dates. A race shirt is included for registered runners. The event is not professionally chip-timed, but a large clock will be at the finish line for reference. It is described as family-friendly, welcoming runners, walkers, and strollers.

Early packet pickup is available on the Wednesday before the race at the Bayonne Museum to avoid delays on race day. The event tends to fill up every year, so early registration is suggested to secure a spot. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

Turkey Trot 5k

1 Mile Fun Run