Fast and the Furriest 5K Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Ocean City, New Jersey
- Price $23.00 - $38.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a festive and fun-filled Thanksgiving morning at the Fast and the Furriest 5K Turkey Trot! Join us on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 8:30 AM in beautiful Ocean City, Cape May, for a vibrant celebration of community and fitness. The race kicks off at the iconic Music Pier on the Ocean City Boardwalk, featuring both a 5K Run and a 5K Walk, as well as a 1-Mile Kids Fun Run.
Participants will enjoy a scenic route along the boardwalk, making their way to 23rd Street and back, while the kids will have a special loop from the Music Pier to 5th Street and back. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a family looking to create lasting memories, this event has something for everyone! Plus, all proceeds support the Humane Society of Ocean City, making your participation even more meaningful. Don't miss out on this opportunity to kick off the holiday season with health, happiness, and a spirit of giving!
Participants will enjoy a scenic route along the boardwalk, making their way to 23rd Street and back, while the kids will have a special loop from the Music Pier to 5th Street and back. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a family looking to create lasting memories, this event has something for everyone! Plus, all proceeds support the Humane Society of Ocean City, making your participation even more meaningful. Don't miss out on this opportunity to kick off the holiday season with health, happiness, and a spirit of giving!
Organiser's Description
WHERE AND WHEN
The race will take place Thanksgiving Morning, Thursday November 27, 2025 at 8:30 am.
All events start and finish at MUSIC PIER [https://www.ocnj.us/music-pier], 825 BOARDWALK, OCEAN CITY, NJ 08226 [https://goo.gl/maps/GrXVjy2hBRhrBQfZ6].
COURSE
5K RUN & 5K WALK: The race will be run on the Ocean City Boardwalk beginning at the Music Pier and proceeding south to 23rd Street to the turnaround. Runners will then head north to the Music Pier to the finish.
1M KIDS FUN RUN: will be one loop from the Music Pier to 5th Street and back.
SWAG
Race T-shirt to pre-registered athletes while supplies last
ITINERARY
WEDNESDAY
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM - In-person Registration & Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up at OC SENIOR CENTER [https://www.ocnj.us/maps/location/HowardStaintonSeniorCenter], 1735 SIMPSON AVE # 5, OCEAN CITY, NJ 08226 [https://goo.gl/maps/soGkVKfMnsmbNYgb9].
THURSDAY
7:00 AM - In-person Registration & Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up at MUSIC PIER [https://www.ocnj.us/music-pier], 825 BOARDWALK, OCEAN CITY, NJ 08226 [https://goo.gl/maps/GrXVjy2hBRhrBQfZ6].
8:30 AM - 5k Run & 5k Walk Start. The 1M Kids Fun Run will be held at the conclusion of the 5k Run & 5k Walk.
AWARDS
5K RUN
OVERALL: Top 3 Male & Female
AGE GROUPS: Top 3 Male & Female
8 & Under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14. 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, 80-84, 85-89, 90 & Over
1M KIDS FUN RUN
AGE GROUPS: Top 3 Male & Female
6 & Under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14
Help us help the animals and keep a tradition alive in the process. All proceeds benefit the HUMANE SOCIETY OF OCEAN CITY [http://hsocnj.org/]. Thank you for your support.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
* Ocean City ordinances prohibit dogs on the Boardwalk at any time. _Please leave your pet at home._
* Refreshments will be provided at the end of the race
* Results will be available on website
* No confirmation will be sent, verify entry here
* Race scored by DQ EVENTS [https://www.dqevents.com/]
* All events will be held rain or shine
* Event promoters have the right to alter or cancel events for any reason
* No refunds, transfers, or credits
The race will take place Thanksgiving Morning, Thursday November 27, 2025 at 8:30 am.
All events start and finish at MUSIC PIER [https://www.ocnj.us/music-pier], 825 BOARDWALK, OCEAN CITY, NJ 08226 [https://goo.gl/maps/GrXVjy2hBRhrBQfZ6].
COURSE
5K RUN & 5K WALK: The race will be run on the Ocean City Boardwalk beginning at the Music Pier and proceeding south to 23rd Street to the turnaround. Runners will then head north to the Music Pier to the finish.
1M KIDS FUN RUN: will be one loop from the Music Pier to 5th Street and back.
SWAG
Race T-shirt to pre-registered athletes while supplies last
ITINERARY
WEDNESDAY
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM - In-person Registration & Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up at OC SENIOR CENTER [https://www.ocnj.us/maps/location/HowardStaintonSeniorCenter], 1735 SIMPSON AVE # 5, OCEAN CITY, NJ 08226 [https://goo.gl/maps/soGkVKfMnsmbNYgb9].
THURSDAY
7:00 AM - In-person Registration & Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up at MUSIC PIER [https://www.ocnj.us/music-pier], 825 BOARDWALK, OCEAN CITY, NJ 08226 [https://goo.gl/maps/GrXVjy2hBRhrBQfZ6].
8:30 AM - 5k Run & 5k Walk Start. The 1M Kids Fun Run will be held at the conclusion of the 5k Run & 5k Walk.
AWARDS
5K RUN
OVERALL: Top 3 Male & Female
AGE GROUPS: Top 3 Male & Female
8 & Under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14. 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, 80-84, 85-89, 90 & Over
1M KIDS FUN RUN
AGE GROUPS: Top 3 Male & Female
6 & Under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14
Help us help the animals and keep a tradition alive in the process. All proceeds benefit the HUMANE SOCIETY OF OCEAN CITY [http://hsocnj.org/]. Thank you for your support.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
* Ocean City ordinances prohibit dogs on the Boardwalk at any time. _Please leave your pet at home._
* Refreshments will be provided at the end of the race
* Results will be available on website
* No confirmation will be sent, verify entry here
* Race scored by DQ EVENTS [https://www.dqevents.com/]
* All events will be held rain or shine
* Event promoters have the right to alter or cancel events for any reason
* No refunds, transfers, or credits
Races
-
5k Run
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$38.50
This event is chip timed and you must wear your bib on the front, outside of all clothing -
5k Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$38.50
This event is not timed -
1 Mile Kids Fun Run
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$23.00
This event is chip timed and you must wear your bib on the front, outside of all clothing
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