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Jersey City's Turkey Day 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Name: Jersey City's Turkey Day 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
Start: 2026-11-26
End: 2026-11-26
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey

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Jersey City, New Jersey, United States

calendar_today 26 Nov, 2026

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sell $20.00 – $30.00

About the Event

🦃 Jersey City Turkey Day 5K — November 26, 2026! 🍁

Start your Thanksgiving morning the right way at the Jersey City Turkey Day 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run on Thursday, November 26, 2026! Join runners, walkers, families, and friends along the scenic Jersey City waterfront, featuring incredible views of Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island.

This annual Turkey Day tradition brings the community together for a fun, festive race that’s perfect for everyone — from competitive runners chasing a fast 5K to families and first-timers enjoying the 1-Mile Fun Run.

Why You Should Register Early:

A classic Thanksgiving morning race — perfect before the big meal
Scenic waterfront course with official timing
Great event for runners, walkers, families, and strollers
Professional race photos included
Music, energy, and a festive finish-line experience
Options for both a 5K Run/Walk and a 1-Mile Fun Run
This race fills up every year, so early registration is strongly encouraged to lock in the best pricing and guarantee your spot.

👉 Register early and make it a Thanksgiving tradition.

We’ll see you at the start line!

Races Offered

1 Mile Fun Run

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 1 Mile Fun Run

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$20.00

Turkey Trot 5K

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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10:00

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$30.00

Weather Overview

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

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 4.7° / 13.4°

wb_sunny 0.8° / 9.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 13.0 /

water_drop 67.4%