NSRF Queens Turkey Trot 5K
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Queens Turkey Trot 5K
The Queens Turkey Trot is a 5K run/walk held at Alley Pond Park, Alley Pond Picnic Area in Oakland Gardens, Queens, NY on November 26, 2026. The in-person course is three loops through park trails; participants must cross the finish mats on each loop for accurate split and finish times. The event proceeds rain or shine and includes a separate free kiddie dash.
Registration includes in-person and virtual 5K options. A bib-mailing option is available for an additional fee when requested at least ten days before the event. T-shirts are offered as an event item. Registration fees include processing charges and additional add-ons such as mailed bibs and optional purchase protection.
On-course and finish-line amenities include hydration at the finish, refreshments provided by All Round Foods and Waterloo Sparkling Water, bathrooms a few minutes' walk from the start and finish, and an informal bag check area in the staging zone. Virtual participants may log times and upload photos within the event window and will receive mailed items when available.
Age-group online recognition is provided for top finishers overall and in multiple age categories for female, male, and non-binary divisions. Donations go to the Never Stop Running Foundation, a 501(c)(3) that supports athletic and charitable events, youth and special needs programs, and athlete development. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
