Franklin Park Turkey Trot
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Event overview
The Franklin Park Turkey Trot is a community 5K run and walk held on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025, at Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse (One Circuit Drive, Dorchester, MA 02121). The 2025 edition is the 14th running of the event. The race is open to a wide age range; the 5K event lists ages 6–99 for registration, and children aged 5 and under are free with no registration required. The course follows a loop around the golf course, with both the start and finish located near the golf clubhouse.
Logistics and facilities
The event is chip timed and includes a second start wave for casual joggers and walkers. Strollers, wheelchairs, and race-ready leashed dogs are permitted. Awards are given for overall winners (male, female, and non-binary), age group first places, best costumes, fastest dog, and fastest stroller. Race-day number pickup is available at the golf clubhouse and organizers offer opportunities for early bib pickup at the clubhouse and at JP Licks in Jamaica Plain. The clubhouse restrooms have limited stalls and additional porta-potties will be provided. There is no bag check. Parking is available at the golf clubhouse, along Circuit Drive, in nearby lots, and near the zoo rear entrance. Pathway surfaces may be uneven or slippery in places. Professional race timing and live results are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.