5 Mile Turkey Trot for The Marisa Fund

The Rockland Road Runners' 5 Mile Turkey Trot for The Marisa Fund has become the largest running event in Rockland County, drawing over 3,100+ participants from the NY Metro area and beyond. 2026 is the 35th  Annual Run! The money raised will support the efforts of the Marisa Fund to eradicate childhood cancer. Join us on Thanksgiving morning for a truly memorable running experience!

WHERE: Start & finish at Rockland Lake State Park, Congers, NY (north parking lot #1)

WHEN: Thanksgiving Day, November 26th, 2026. Race starts at 8:30AM - Wheelchairs start at 8:15AM

FEES: General Registration: $40 | Early Bird (Before September 1): $35 | Seniors (65+): $20 | RRR Members: -$15 discount on each member registration

PACKET PICKUP/IN PERSON REGISTRATION: Packet pickup will be at Bridges, 2nd Floor in Palisades Center, West Nyack, NY, on November 23, 24 and 25 from 12:00NOON - 8:00PM. Runners who register at Bridges will receive shirts on a first come first serve basis. There will be NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION!

Register by Nov 15th to ensure you receive your commemorative shirt in time for your run.

QUESTIONS? Call 914-522-3890 or email turkeytrotdirector@rocklandroadrunners.org

Packet Pickup

Participants are encouraged to pickup the shirt and assigned bib early at Bridges, 2nd Floor in Palisades Center, West Nyack, NY, on November 23, 24 and 25 from 12:00 NOON - 8:00PM.   We also allow for pick up of bibs and shirts for family and friends that are participating.  Make sure it is clear you have picked them up.

In-Person Registration

Still time to register at Bridges, 2nd Floor Palisades Center Mall from    12 Noon to 8PM ONLY.  Fee is $40 for all.  Check and cash only accepted.  Sorry not set up for credit card.  Runners who register at Bridges will receive shirts on a first come first serve basis.