Matawan Borough 20th Annual 5K Turkey Trot & Fitness Walk
- Date Sat 28th November 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Matawan, New Jersey
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the 20th Annual Matawan Borough 5K Turkey Trot & Fitness Walk on Saturday, November 28, 2026, in the charming town of Matawan, Monmouth. This festive event kicks off at 8:30 AM on Main Street, inviting families and friends to run off those Thanksgiving turkey dinners together. The certified 5K race offers a fantastic opportunity for participants of all ages and abilities to enjoy a morning of fitness and fun.
Be sure to register early to guarantee your race shirt, as those who sign up by November 9th will receive one, while supplies last for later registrations. With an early bird registration price starting September 23rd and in-person registration available on race day, it’s easy to get involved. Plus, net proceeds from the event go towards local parks and recreation programs, making your participation even more impactful. Don't miss out on this beloved community tradition, complete with awards for the top runners in various age groups and a chance to celebrate with familiar faces!
Be sure to register early to guarantee your race shirt, as those who sign up by November 9th will receive one, while supplies last for later registrations. With an early bird registration price starting September 23rd and in-person registration available on race day, it’s easy to get involved. Plus, net proceeds from the event go towards local parks and recreation programs, making your participation even more impactful. Don't miss out on this beloved community tradition, complete with awards for the top runners in various age groups and a chance to celebrate with familiar faces!
Organiser's Description
20TH ANNUAL MATAWAN BOROUGH 5K TURKEY TROT & FITNESS WALK
Come out with friends and families on Saturday, November 28th and run off your Turkey dinners at our 20th ANNUAL certified 5K TURKEY TROT. The race/fitness walk starts at 8:30AM begins and ends on Main Street. All runners registered by MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH are guaranteed a race shirt. Race Shirts for registrations after the 5th will be while supplies LAST. This is a fun family event, and we love to see familiar faces. Net proceeds go back to our parks, beautification projects, and recreation programs.
RACE SCHEDULE
Registration
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION PRICE BEGINS ONLINE ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD
REGULAR PRICE: $35 FROM 10/17- 11/3 - LAST DAY TO GUARANTEE YOUR RACE SHIRT!
$35 REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON 11/19 - SHIRTS AVAILABLE_ WHILE SUPPLIES LAST_
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY: $40 (CASH ONLY)
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Matawan Borough Municipal and Community Center
201 Broad Street Matawan, NJ 07747
_(Entrance for pick up will be at side door of building at the top of the stairs closest to the main parking lot)_
and
Saturday, 11/28/26 beginning at 7:15AM
RACE START
Race starts promptly at 8:30AM
Awards will be given out by the Mayor and Rec Commissioner at the Race Medal Table as winners are identified
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Top 3 Male and Female Runners in each Age Group
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 and over
No duplicate awards
Come out with friends and families on Saturday, November 28th and run off your Turkey dinners at our 20th ANNUAL certified 5K TURKEY TROT. The race/fitness walk starts at 8:30AM begins and ends on Main Street. All runners registered by MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH are guaranteed a race shirt. Race Shirts for registrations after the 5th will be while supplies LAST. This is a fun family event, and we love to see familiar faces. Net proceeds go back to our parks, beautification projects, and recreation programs.
RACE SCHEDULE
Registration
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION PRICE BEGINS ONLINE ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD
REGULAR PRICE: $35 FROM 10/17- 11/3 - LAST DAY TO GUARANTEE YOUR RACE SHIRT!
$35 REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON 11/19 - SHIRTS AVAILABLE_ WHILE SUPPLIES LAST_
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY: $40 (CASH ONLY)
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Matawan Borough Municipal and Community Center
201 Broad Street Matawan, NJ 07747
_(Entrance for pick up will be at side door of building at the top of the stairs closest to the main parking lot)_
and
Saturday, 11/28/26 beginning at 7:15AM
RACE START
Race starts promptly at 8:30AM
Awards will be given out by the Mayor and Rec Commissioner at the Race Medal Table as winners are identified
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Top 3 Male and Female Runners in each Age Group
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 and over
No duplicate awards
Races
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Matawan 20th Annual 5K Turkey Trot & Fitness Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$32.80
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