NSRF Leftover Turkey Trot 5K
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Event details
The Never Stop Running Foundation Leftover Turkey Trot is scheduled for November 29, 2025 at Bethpage State Park, Polo at the Park, Bethpage, NY. The event is a trail 5K with an in-person and a virtual option. A free kiddie dash is offered for children; kiddie fun run participants receive a finisher ribbon. A portion of event proceeds benefits the Never Stop Running Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Distances:
- 5K Trail Run/Walk (in-person)
- Virtual 5K (log a time and upload photos)
Age-group recognition is awarded online for top finishers overall and in multiple age brackets, including 14 & under through 90+.
Logistics and amenities
The course begins on a grassy polo field and continues on winding soft trails in Bethpage State Park. The route includes a few small hills and mostly flat trail sections, described as having a cross-country feel.
Parking is at the Bethpage State Park Playground; directions note driving down Picnic Polo Road and passing the toll booth with the parking lot to the left. In-person bib pickup is available from event staff; a bib-mailing option is offered for a fee if registered in advance. Amenities include an informal bag-check area, nearby bathrooms within a short walk, hydration at the finish, and refreshments provided by event partners. The event will run rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.