Jersey City's Turkey Day 5K
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Jersey City Turkey Day 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run : November 26, 2026
The event takes place at the Colgate Clock area at the foot of Essex Street and Hudson Street in Jersey City, New Jersey. It offers two distance options: a timed 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run along the Jersey City waterfront. The course passes waterfront areas with views of Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island.
The 5K is organized as the Turkey Trot 5K and the shorter option is the 1 Mile Fun Run. Official timing is provided for the 5K, and professional race photos are included. The event environment includes music and a finish-line experience. Participants include runners, walkers, families, and people using strollers.
Registration details differ by distance. For the 5K, registration opens on 12/15/2025 and closes on 2/1/2026 with a fee of $30. For the 1 Mile Fun Run, registration opens on 12/15/2025 and closes on 11/16/2026 with a fee of $20.
Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5K (Turkey Trot 5K)
- 1 Mile (1 Mile Fun Run)
