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Incorporated Village of Hempstead Inaugural Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk 2026

Name: Incorporated Village of Hempstead Inaugural Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk 2026
Start: 2026-11-21
End: 2026-11-21
Location: Hempstead

Hempstead, New York, United States

calendar_today 21 Nov, 2026

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sell $25.00 – $35.00

About the Event

On November 21, 2026, the Incorporated Village of Hempstead will host its inaugural Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk at Kennedy Memorial Park, located at 335 Greenwich Street in Hempstead, New York. The event is set to begin promptly at 8:30 AM and promises a festive atmosphere for runners and walkers alike.
Participants can look forward to an exciting morning of exercise as they navigate through the scenic park pathways. With its lush greenery and picturesque views, Kennedy Memorial Park provides the perfect backdrop for this community-oriented race. The Turkey Trot is more than just a run; it's a celebration that brings together families and friends in support of a great cause.
Following the 5K event at approximately 10:00 AM, there will be a free Kids Run designed specifically for young participants to enjoy their own version of the race experience. This family-friendly event encourages all ages to join in on the fun while promoting healthy living from an early age.
All finishers of the Turkey Trot 5K can look forward to crossing the finish line and receiving a commemorative Finisher Medal as recognition of their achievement. The proceeds from this year's inaugural event will benefit the Tyree Curry Scholarships, further emphasizing the race’s commitment to giving back to the community it serves.
Join us on November 21 for an unforgettable morning filled with camaraderie, exercise, and celebration at Kennedy Memorial Park in Hempstead.

Races Offered

5K Run/Walk

Nov 21, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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$ 35.00

Virtual MM/DD - MM/DD

Nov 21, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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52 days remaining

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$ 25.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Hempstead.

thermostat Temperature

4.7° / 12.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

0.1° / 7.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

7h 31m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.0 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

14.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

64.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:41

nightlight Sunset

17:37

About Hempstead

Learn more about the host city, Hempstead.

Hempstead is the most populous town in the state of New York. It is the largest of the three towns within Nassau County, located on Long Island, immediately east of southern Queens. The population was 793,409 at the time of the 2020 United States census, and its highest decennial census count ever was back in the 1970 United States census, where the town recorded a population of 801,592, which also made it the ninth largest municipality in the country by population at that time.