Bayonne Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

🦃 Bayonne Turkey Trot 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run — November 26, 2026! 🍁

Start your Thanksgiving morning on the right foot at the Bayonne Turkey Trot 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run on Thursday, November 26, 2026 at Bayonne County Park. This annual community tradition brings together runners, walkers, families, and friends for a fun, festive, and welcoming way to kick off the holiday.

Whether you’re running the 5K, walking with family, or joining the 1-Mile Fun Run, this event is designed for all ages and abilities — no pressure, just great Thanksgiving-morning vibes.

Why You Should Register Early:

👕 Shirts are included for all registered runners
💸 Lowest pricing is always available to early registrants
🏃‍♂️ This event fills up every year, and space is limited
📍 Lock in your spot for a classic Thanksgiving morning tradition
⏱️ While this event is not professionally chip-timed, there will be a large clock at the finish line for your reference time
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly format — runners, walkers, and strollers welcome
This race is about community, movement, and starting Thanksgiving Day feeling great before the big meal.

👉 Register early and make it part of your holiday tradition.

Don’t wait—grab your spot today and make this Turkey Day unforgettable. 🦃👟

Bayonne Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run– Early Packet Pickup!

Skip the lines on race morning! Early packet pickup will take place at:

📍 Location: 229-231 Broadway, Bayonne, NJ

Wednesday 5-7:30PM at the Bayonne Museum.

To avoid delays on race day, early packet pickup is strongly suggested!
Grab your bib, turkey hat, shirt, and be all set to run on Thanksgiving morning!

For a seamless experience please become familiar with our race day info below:

Start zone: is located near the columns Google_Maps. This is located near the center of the park by the bathrooms. 
Please meet there to collect your bibs, shirts, and start the run! 
PARKING: There is plenty of FREE parking at the park. However access to the park will close at 9:00am. Just before the 1 Mile Fun Run starts. You can park outside of the park and walk in thereafter. 
The 1 Mile Fun Run is 2 loops around the soccer fields.
The 5K is 2 loops around the perimeter of the park.
Please arrive 30-45 minutes before your start time to check in. 
The 1 mile fun run starts at 9:30 and the 5K starts at 10:00am. 
Bag check is not available. Please leave your belongings in the car. 
We wish you a GREAT RACE!
 
The Team at Winning Events Group

Race start and check in is inside County Park by the bathrooms: Google_Maps

Become a sponsor of the annual Bayonne Turkey Day 5K, a premier community event that draws over 1,000 runners and local spectators each year! As a sponsor, your brand will have extensive visibility among a highly engaged, health-conscious audience, with exposure through event signage, race-day booths, social media promotion, and more. The run has become a beloved Thanksgiving tradition supporting local charities.