18th Annual Levis JCC Turkey Trot 5k
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Boca Raton, Florida
- Price $22.90 - $44.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and join the excitement at the 18th Annual Levis JCC Turkey Trot 5K in beautiful Boca Raton, Palm Beach, on Thursday, November 26, 2026! This beloved local tradition invites families and friends to run, walk, or trot together on Turkey Day, making it the perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations. The event features a 5K Run/Walk starting at 7:30 AM, along with a Youth 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM, ensuring fun for all ages.
Participants will enjoy a festive atmosphere, complete with refreshments and the chance to earn fantastic prizes! The first 2,000 registrants will receive a stylish Dri-Fit t-shirt, and the first 2,000 finishers will be awarded a commemorative medal, adding to the excitement of crossing that finish line. Proceeds from this event benefit the Levis JCC programs and services, supporting local children and families in need. Don’t miss out on this exhilarating community event—register early and get ready to run with the herd before you stuff your bird!
Participants will enjoy a festive atmosphere, complete with refreshments and the chance to earn fantastic prizes! The first 2,000 registrants will receive a stylish Dri-Fit t-shirt, and the first 2,000 finishers will be awarded a commemorative medal, adding to the excitement of crossing that finish line. Proceeds from this event benefit the Levis JCC programs and services, supporting local children and families in need. Don’t miss out on this exhilarating community event—register early and get ready to run with the herd before you stuff your bird!
Organiser's Description
RUN WITH THE HERD, THEN STUFF YOUR BIRD!
Join us for our 18th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk it's become a local tradition! On Thursday, November 26, Turkey Day, we invite the whole family flock to run, walk or trot. The race also features a Youth 1 Mile Fun Run; all racers will enjoy refreshments following the race.
THE FIRST 2,000 PARTICIPANTS TO REGISTER WILL RECEIVE A DRI-FIT T-SHIRT AND THE FIRST 2,000 FINISHERS RECEIVE A COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL.
Proceeds from the Paul Markhoff Racing with the J 5Ks benefit the Levis JCC programs and services utilized by children and families in our community.
TAG US ON SOCIAL MEDIA USING #RACINGWITHTHEJ
RACE SCHEDULE
Registration/Packet Pickup: 6:00 - 7:00 am
5K Run/Walk: 7:30 am
Youth 1 Mile Fun Run: 8:30 am
PRICING
5k Ages 10 and under: $30 until November 15; $35 November 16-25; $40 Race Day
Ages 11 and over: $40 until November 15; $45 November 16-25; $50 Race Day
Youth 1 Mile Fun Run: $20 until November 15; $30 November 16-Race Day
RACE PACKET PICKUP
1. LEVIS JCC/FEDERATION 95TH AVE.
21050 95th Avenue S., Boca Raton
Must have valid drivers license to enter the campus
Monday, November 23, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
2. RUNNER'S EDGE
3195 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton
Saturday, November 21, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 22, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday, November 23 - Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
3. FIT 2 RUN
4449 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek
Saturday, November 21, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 22, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday, November 23 - Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
RACE DAY
Race packets will be distributed at South County Regional Park at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater
Thursday, November 26, 6:00 - 7:00 am
AWARDS
Awards will be given to:
* Top 3 male and female overall.
* Masters Award to fastest male and female runner over 40
* Top 3 male and female in the following age group categories: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
* Top 3 overall Schwedelson Special Needs 5K
* Collectible finisher medals to the first 1700 5k participants
* All kids will receive a medal for the 1 mile fun run
PARKING
All park entrances to South County Regional Park will close at 7:00 am due to road closures. The only entrance that will remain open will be the Glades Rd. entrance. Please see parking map above under Parking Information.
_Race will take place rain or shine. No rain date. Strollers are allowed. Shirt sizing is not guaranteed._
Join us for our 18th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk it's become a local tradition! On Thursday, November 26, Turkey Day, we invite the whole family flock to run, walk or trot. The race also features a Youth 1 Mile Fun Run; all racers will enjoy refreshments following the race.
THE FIRST 2,000 PARTICIPANTS TO REGISTER WILL RECEIVE A DRI-FIT T-SHIRT AND THE FIRST 2,000 FINISHERS RECEIVE A COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL.
Proceeds from the Paul Markhoff Racing with the J 5Ks benefit the Levis JCC programs and services utilized by children and families in our community.
TAG US ON SOCIAL MEDIA USING #RACINGWITHTHEJ
RACE SCHEDULE
Registration/Packet Pickup: 6:00 - 7:00 am
5K Run/Walk: 7:30 am
Youth 1 Mile Fun Run: 8:30 am
PRICING
5k Ages 10 and under: $30 until November 15; $35 November 16-25; $40 Race Day
Ages 11 and over: $40 until November 15; $45 November 16-25; $50 Race Day
Youth 1 Mile Fun Run: $20 until November 15; $30 November 16-Race Day
RACE PACKET PICKUP
1. LEVIS JCC/FEDERATION 95TH AVE.
21050 95th Avenue S., Boca Raton
Must have valid drivers license to enter the campus
Monday, November 23, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
2. RUNNER'S EDGE
3195 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton
Saturday, November 21, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 22, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday, November 23 - Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
3. FIT 2 RUN
4449 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek
Saturday, November 21, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 22, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday, November 23 - Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
RACE DAY
Race packets will be distributed at South County Regional Park at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater
Thursday, November 26, 6:00 - 7:00 am
AWARDS
Awards will be given to:
* Top 3 male and female overall.
* Masters Award to fastest male and female runner over 40
* Top 3 male and female in the following age group categories: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
* Top 3 overall Schwedelson Special Needs 5K
* Collectible finisher medals to the first 1700 5k participants
* All kids will receive a medal for the 1 mile fun run
PARKING
All park entrances to South County Regional Park will close at 7:00 am due to road closures. The only entrance that will remain open will be the Glades Rd. entrance. Please see parking map above under Parking Information.
_Race will take place rain or shine. No rain date. Strollers are allowed. Shirt sizing is not guaranteed._
Races
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Turkey Trot 5k In-Person
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:30AM EST)
$44.10
5k Ages 10 and under: $30 until November 15; $35 November 16-25; $40 Race Day Ages 11 and over: $40 until November 15; $45 November 16-25; $50 Race Day -
Schwedelson Special Needs 5K
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:30AM EST)
$44.10
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Youth 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$22.90
This is an non-timed event. All kids will receive a participation medal at the finish line. -
Turkey Trot Virtual 5k at Home
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$44.10
Participants will choose their own course and race virtually at home. Packets can be picked up in person, or mailed if out of state.
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South County Regional Park, 12551 Glades Road, Boca Raton, 33498, FL, United States
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