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Turkey Trot 4 Miler Central Park

Name: Turkey Trot 4 Miler Central Park
Start: 2026-11-21
End: 2026-11-21
Location: New York

New York, New York, United States

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About the Event

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a scenic run through Central Park at the Turkey Trot 4 Miler on November 21, 2026. This festive race offers runners an opportunity to explore one of New York City's most beloved landmarks while enjoying crisp autumn weather and vibrant fall foliage. Participants will gather at Naumburg Bandshell for a 9AM start, with the event kicking off rain or shine.
The course winds through Central Park’s picturesque trails, providing stunning views and an invigorating atmosphere that captures the essence of New York City during the holiday season. Join fellow runners as you traverse the park's lush landscapes under clear blue skies or golden autumn hues.
After crossing the finish line, participants can look forward to enjoying delicious treats from sponsors All Round Foods and Waterloo Sparkling Water. Additionally, all racers will receive a commemorative finisher medal and long-sleeve shirt upon completion of their run.
To reach Naumburg Bandshell for race day registration and start time, enter Central Park via E 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue, then proceed west to the bandshell location at 307 The Mall. For those traveling by car or looking for a convenient drop-off point, residential parking is available near E 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue.
Join us in making memories that will last long after Thanksgiving has passed with this unique blend of fitness and celebration in one of the world’s most iconic urban parks.

Races Offered

Bib Mailing*

Nov 21, 2026

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Distance — 6.4K

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Type — Running

timer

35 days remaining

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$ 10.00

Weather History

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

thermostat Temperature

3.6° / 12.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

-0.4° / 8.3°

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7h 22m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.0 mm

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—

air Avg wind speed

11.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

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65.9%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:43

nightlight Sunset

17:38

About New York

Learn more about the host city, New York.

New York, often called New York City (NYC), is the most populous city in the United States. It is located at the southern tip of New York State on New York Harbor, one of the world's largest natural harbors. The city comprises five boroughs—Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island—each being coextensive with its respective county. It is the geographical and demographic center of both the Northeast megalopolis and the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the United States by both population and urban area. New York is a global center of technology, finance and commerce, culture, entertainment and media, academics and scientific output, the arts and fashion—and as home to the headquarters of the United Nations, international diplomacy. New York City is known for its fast pace and continuous urban energy.