D&I Fitness Turkey Trot

NOV
26
2026
Celebrate Thanksgiving at the D&I Fitness Annual Turkey Trot in South Orange on November 26, 2026, with a 5K run or a 2 mile walk starting and finishing at D&I Fitness. Support MEND with proceeds and food donations.
Thu 26 Nov 2026
5 kilometers

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Event details

The D&I Fitness Annual Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in South Orange, New Jersey. The event starts and finishes in front of D&I Fitness at 9 West South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ 07079. The program includes the following events:

  • 5K Run : Price: $30
  • 2 Mile Walk : Price: $30

Registration opening dates are listed for each event in September 2026.

Logistics and charity

Packet pickup is scheduled at D&I Fitness, 9 West South Orange Avenue:

  • Tuesday, November 24 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
  • Wednesday, November 25 from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

A percentage of event proceeds will be donated to MEND, a nonprofit network that supports food pantries in Essex County by providing supplemental fresh and healthy food, funds, volunteers, and a monthly forum for collaboration. Organizers request donations of nonperishable food items, suggested examples include peanut butter, tuna (in water), shelf-stable milk, cereal, rice, or dry beans; these may be dropped off at the gym during November or brought on race day.

Additional event information is available on the D&I Fitness Turkey Trot web page. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run
2 Mile Walk