Montauk Turkey Trot Run for Fun
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About the race
The John Keeshan Memorial Montauk Turkey Trot Run/Walk is scheduled for November 26, 2026 in Montauk, NY. The event is based at the Montauk Chamber of Commerce and The Circle, 742 Montauk Hwy. It continues a tradition that began in 1976 and is now under the direction of the East Hampton Town Recreation Department.
Distances offered:
- 3 miles in person or virtual
- 6 miles in person or virtual
- 11 miles virtual only
The course starts and finishes on the street. The 6-mile distance is two laps of the course; the 3-mile distance is one lap. Registration closes at 9:30 AM on race day. Participants who register by November 1 can request a personalized bib. T-shirts are available to the first 600 participants who pick up their bibs. Virtual bibs are mailed the Monday before the event; allow 3–5 days for delivery. Virtual participants may upload times and photos between November 27 and December 7, and some virtual options may not include a bib or swag.
Awards at the live event include medals for top finishers overall and age-group top three places in designated divisions for the 3-mile and 6-mile events. A water table will be provided by Montauk Beer & Soda. Dogs are not permitted on race morning. Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Results and photos are available online the same day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
