Matawan Borough 5K Turkey Trot & Fitness Walk
- Date Sat 29th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Matawan, New Jersey
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 19th Annual Matawan Borough 5K Turkey Trot & Fitness Walk on Saturday, November 29, 2025, in the charming town of Matawan, Monmouth! This exciting event kicks off at 8:30 AM on Main Street, providing a perfect opportunity for families and friends to come together and run off those delicious Thanksgiving dinners. Whether you’re an avid runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, this certified 5K race and fitness walk promises a memorable experience for all participants.
Registration opens on October 1st, with an early bird special of just $30 until October 22nd. Don’t forget, those who register by November 5th are guaranteed a race shirt! Celebrate your achievements with awards for the top overall male and female runners, as well as age group winners, presented by the Mayor and Recreation Commissioner. With net proceeds benefiting local parks and recreation programs, this event is not only a fun-filled day but also a chance to support your community. Mark your calendars and get ready to trot for a great cause!
Registration opens on October 1st, with an early bird special of just $30 until October 22nd. Don’t forget, those who register by November 5th are guaranteed a race shirt! Celebrate your achievements with awards for the top overall male and female runners, as well as age group winners, presented by the Mayor and Recreation Commissioner. With net proceeds benefiting local parks and recreation programs, this event is not only a fun-filled day but also a chance to support your community. Mark your calendars and get ready to trot for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
19TH ANNUAL MATAWAN BOROUGH 5K TURKEY TROT & FITNESS WALK
Come out with friends and families on Saturday, November 29th and run off your Turkey dinners at our 19TH ANNUAL certified 5K TURKEY TROT. The race/fitness walk starts at 8:30AM begins and ends on Main Street. All runners registered by WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH 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
ONLINE BEGINS ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1ST
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: $30 THROUGH 10/22
REGULAR PRICE: $35 FROM 10/23 - 11/19
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON RACEDAY: $40
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
NEW DATE AND TIME: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH
12:00 PM - 2:30 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, 11/29/25 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 29th and run off your Turkey dinners at our 19TH ANNUAL certified 5K TURKEY TROT. The race/fitness walk starts at 8:30AM begins and ends on Main Street. All runners registered by WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH 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
ONLINE BEGINS ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1ST
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: $30 THROUGH 10/22
REGULAR PRICE: $35 FROM 10/23 - 11/19
IN-PERSON REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON RACEDAY: $40
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
NEW DATE AND TIME: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH
12:00 PM - 2:30 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, 11/29/25 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 5K Turkey Trot & Fitness Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$32.80
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