D&I Fitness Turkey Trot

NOV
26
2026
Celebrate Thanksgiving at the D&I Fitness Annual Turkey Trot in South Orange with a festive 5K run or a 2 Mile walk for all abilities. Bring nonperishable food donations; a portion of proceeds supports MEND and its food pantry network.
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 race starts and finishes in front of D&I Fitness at 9 West South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ 07079. Distances offered:

  • 5K Run
  • 2 Mile Walk

A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to MEND, a nonprofit that supports a food pantry network.

Logistics and race day information

Registration fees listed for the events are $30. Registration opens on specific dates in September 2026: the 5K opens September 28, 2026, and the 2 Mile Walk opens September 24, 2026. Packet pickup is held at D&I Fitness on Tuesday, November 24 (3:00pm-7:00pm) and Wednesday, November 25 (10:00am-7:00pm). Race day registration is available and will close 15 minutes before the race start. Organizers request nonperishable food donations such as peanut butter, tuna (in water), shelf-stable milk, cereal, rice, or dry beans to be dropped off at the gym during November or brought on race day. Additional race information is available from the event organizers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run
2 Mile Walk