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Rutgers Army ROTC Turkey Trot 5K Run

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Piscataway, New Jersey, United States

calendar_today 23 Nov, 2025

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About the Event

Please join us for the first Turkey Trot 5K, hosted by the Rutgers Army ROTC program! This fun, family-friendly event brings together students, cadets, alumni, and community members.

The 5K course takes runners through scenic Johnson Park. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or just enjoying a jog with friends, the Turkey Trot is open to all experience levels!

Participants can look forward to:
Cool long-sleeve shirt (if registered before November 19)
Prizes and certificates for top finishers
Complimentary refreshments
A welcoming atmosphere with cadets, veterans, and the Rutgers community

Timeline:
SAME DAY- Bib & Shirt pickup begins @ 8:30 am
Race Time @ 10:00 am

Come out, support the ROTC program, and kick off your holiday season with an energetic and memorable run!

Races Offered

5K

Nov 23, 2025

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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-93 days remaining

Weather Overview

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

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 4.2° / 13.5°

wb_sunny 0.5° / 9.9°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.2 /

water_drop 66.4%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 4.2° / 13.5°

wb_sunny 0.5° / 9.9°

air 11.2 km/h

water_drop 66.4%

About Piscataway

Learn more about the host city, Piscataway.

Piscataway is a large suburban town in Middlesex County. Piscataway is a large and diverse suburb of New York City at the heart of the Raritan Valley region. The town is known for Rutgers University, as a huge portion of its campus is in Piscataway. The township also has rich colonial history.