Newton Turkey Trot
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About the race
The Newton Turkey Trot is a community running event in Newton, Massachusetts, offering a USATF certified 5K and a 1-mile kids fun run. Both races start and finish at Zervas Elementary School, located at 30 Beethoven Ave, Newton, MA 02468.
The 5K follows an out-and-back route through Newton neighborhoods and the Commonwealth Avenue carriage lane to Newton City Hall. Roads on the course will be monitored by Newton Police. The event does not allow bikes or strollers on either course. Participants who bring dogs are asked to line up at the back for safety.
Distances:
- 5K USATF certified course
- 1 mile kids fun run
Bib and t-shirt pickup takes place at Heartbreak Hill Running Company on the listed pre-race days. A limited-edition Turkey Trot t-shirt is available for registrants who meet the stated registration deadline. Medals are provided to all children in the 1-mile fun run, and the first 1,200 5K participants will receive a medal. Prizes are awarded to the top three overall male and female 5K finishers and to top finishers across multiple age divisions. Proceeds support the Newton Food Pantry and the Centre Street Food Pantry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
