Bayonne Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

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

Join Bayonne's BIGGEST 5K and 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!

Location TBD

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.