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Queens Turkey Trot 5K NSRF 2026
Oakland Gardens,
New York,
United States
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Date
26 Nov, 2026
Races
1 distance
Entry fee
$10.00
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Queens Turkey Trot 5K NSRF 2026
About the event
Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with the Queens Turkey Trot, an annual tradition at Alley Pond Park. Lace up for this scenic 5K run/walk through winding trails that showcase the park's natural beauty and vibrant autumn foliage.
The race begins promptly at 10 AM on November 26, 2026, rain or shine. Participants will experience a well-paced course through varied terrain including grassy fields and wooded paths, making for an engaging route perfect for runners of all levels.
After crossing the finish line, enjoy some festive treats from All Round Foods as well as refreshing Waterloo Sparkling Water to quench your thirst. The event also features a free Kiddie Dash for young participants under 12 years old who can join in on the fun and excitement before the main race starts at 9:30 AM.
Don't miss out on getting an official Queens Turkey Trot T-shirt, available while supplies last. Join us to celebrate Thanksgiving Day with family and friends as part of this beloved community tradition.
Participants are encouraged to arrive early for parking in Alley Pond Picnic Area.
The race begins promptly at 10 AM on November 26, 2026, rain or shine. Participants will experience a well-paced course through varied terrain including grassy fields and wooded paths, making for an engaging route perfect for runners of all levels.
After crossing the finish line, enjoy some festive treats from All Round Foods as well as refreshing Waterloo Sparkling Water to quench your thirst. The event also features a free Kiddie Dash for young participants under 12 years old who can join in on the fun and excitement before the main race starts at 9:30 AM.
Don't miss out on getting an official Queens Turkey Trot T-shirt, available while supplies last. Join us to celebrate Thanksgiving Day with family and friends as part of this beloved community tradition.
Participants are encouraged to arrive early for parking in Alley Pond Picnic Area.
Races offered
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for November in Oakland Gardens.
Temperature3.9° / 12.1°
Feels like-0.1° / 8.2°
Sunshine hours7h 25m
Rainfall2.2 mm
Snowfall—
Wind12.0 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity66.0%
Max UV indexLow (2.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:42
Sunset17:37
About Oakland Gardens
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Bayside is a neighborhood in the New York City borough of Queens. It is bounded by Whitestone to the northwest, the Long Island Sound and Little Neck Bay to the northeast, Douglaston to the east, and Fresh Meadows to the west. CNN Money ranked Bayside as one of the most expensive housing markets nationally when analyzing comparable detached homes. Despite its large housing stock of free-standing homes, it ranks high nationally in population density.
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