Westfield Turkey Trot 5 Mile
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About the race
The Westfield Turkey Trot is a community running event held at Tamaques Park in Westfield, NJ on November 28, 2026. The event has run the Saturday after Thanksgiving every year since 1984 and is presented as a multi-event race day.
Event distances and formats include:
- 5 Mile Turkey Trot
- 5280 Run (1 Mile), competitive for ages 15 and older
- PracticeHard Mile, a fun run and walk open to all ages with awards for 14 and under
Entries include event-specific apparel options or a tree planting choice, free photo downloads, hot soup and bagels, and basic race-day services such as bag check and on-course music. The event offers family-oriented activities including a carnival wheel and face painting.
The 5 Mile and 5280 Run are part of the USATF-NJ 500 point Grand Prix and each event has scoring, timing, and awards. A portion of proceeds is reserved for the We Trot Together program, which provides discounted or complimentary entries to participants who face financial barriers. Trot Spot Rent-a-Tent spaces are available for purchase to reserve a personal area at the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
