4th Annual Shamong Turkey Trot
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Shamong, New Jersey
- Price $16.90 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of community spirit and fitness at the 4th Annual Shamong Turkey Trot, taking place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in Shamong Township, Burlington. This exciting event features a challenging 5k run and a fun-filled 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, perfect for participants of all ages and abilities.
The 5k race kicks off at 9 AM from the Indian Mills Memorial School parking lot, weaving through scenic local roads with electronic chip timing to ensure accurate results. Runners will compete for finisher medals in various age categories, with Thanksgiving pies awarded to the top male and female finishers. Meanwhile, the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk begins shortly after, where participants will enjoy a playful lap around the circular driveway, collecting popsicle sticks as they go. Everyone in the fun run will also take home a participation medal. With awards for both events and proceeds supporting local Girl Scout projects, the Shamong Turkey Trot promises to be a memorable day filled with fun, fitness, and festive community spirit!
The 5k race kicks off at 9 AM from the Indian Mills Memorial School parking lot, weaving through scenic local roads with electronic chip timing to ensure accurate results. Runners will compete for finisher medals in various age categories, with Thanksgiving pies awarded to the top male and female finishers. Meanwhile, the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk begins shortly after, where participants will enjoy a playful lap around the circular driveway, collecting popsicle sticks as they go. Everyone in the fun run will also take home a participation medal. With awards for both events and proceeds supporting local Girl Scout projects, the Shamong Turkey Trot promises to be a memorable day filled with fun, fitness, and festive community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Please join us for the 4th Annual Shamong Turkey Trot 5k Run and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Saturday, 11/14/26.
Timeline and Event Info:
8am-9am: Check-In
8 Warm-up with 3DPT
9am: 5k start. (The race will begin in the Indian Mills Memorial School parking lot, then turn left on Old Indian Mills Road, left on Grassy Lake, left on Stokes Road, left on Oakshade, and a left onto Old Indian Mills Road, and finish in the Indian Mills Memorial School parking lot. The 5k race will be electronic chip timed with combined start and finish lines. Finisher medals for men and women will be awarded to age-groups 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Thanksgiving Pies will be given to 1st Male and 1st Female to finish. Live online race results.)
9 1 Mile Event Start (Participants will complete 5 laps of circular driveway, obtaining a popsicle stick for each lap, then turn in the popsicle sticks for their medal. All 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk participants will receive a participation medal. Thanksgiving Pies will be given to 1st Male and 1st Female to finish.)
9 Awards will be announced for both events.
Sponsored by Spirit of Shamong in collaboration with Girl Scout Troop 24713. Net proceeds will support Girl Scout take action projects in Shamong.
Timeline and Event Info:
8am-9am: Check-In
8 Warm-up with 3DPT
9am: 5k start. (The race will begin in the Indian Mills Memorial School parking lot, then turn left on Old Indian Mills Road, left on Grassy Lake, left on Stokes Road, left on Oakshade, and a left onto Old Indian Mills Road, and finish in the Indian Mills Memorial School parking lot. The 5k race will be electronic chip timed with combined start and finish lines. Finisher medals for men and women will be awarded to age-groups 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Thanksgiving Pies will be given to 1st Male and 1st Female to finish. Live online race results.)
9 1 Mile Event Start (Participants will complete 5 laps of circular driveway, obtaining a popsicle stick for each lap, then turn in the popsicle sticks for their medal. All 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk participants will receive a participation medal. Thanksgiving Pies will be given to 1st Male and 1st Female to finish.)
9 Awards will be announced for both events.
Sponsored by Spirit of Shamong in collaboration with Girl Scout Troop 24713. Net proceeds will support Girl Scout take action projects in Shamong.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Register by 10/23/25 for Free T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
OPENS TOMORROWRegister before 10/23/25 to receive free t-shirt -
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $1.90 Fee & Participation Medals Are Available Until Quantity Runs Out
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:05AM EST)
$16.90
OPENS 19 NOV
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