Mercer County Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location West Windsor, New Jersey
- Price $44.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at the 14th Annual Mercer County Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, in West Windsor Township, Mercer! This lively event features a certified 5K race and a fun-filled 1-mile walk/run, making it perfect for runners, families, and strollers alike. Whether you're aiming for a personal best in the 5K or simply enjoying a stroll with loved ones, there’s something for everyone.
The event kicks off at 8:45 AM, and participants can expect a vibrant atmosphere as they race through a paved course, all while supporting local food banks and pantries with their registration fees. Be among the first 1,000 registrants to receive a special t-shirt, and if you’re one of the first 750 finishers, a medal will be waiting for you! Don’t miss out on the chance to form a team with friends for a discount on registration and help those in need in our community. Mark your calendars and visit www.MercerCountyTurkeyTrot.com for more details as the date approaches. Celebrate Thanksgiving with a run that gives back!
The event kicks off at 8:45 AM, and participants can expect a vibrant atmosphere as they race through a paved course, all while supporting local food banks and pantries with their registration fees. Be among the first 1,000 registrants to receive a special t-shirt, and if you’re one of the first 750 finishers, a medal will be waiting for you! Don’t miss out on the chance to form a team with friends for a discount on registration and help those in need in our community. Mark your calendars and visit www.MercerCountyTurkeyTrot.com for more details as the date approaches. Celebrate Thanksgiving with a run that gives back!
Organiser's Description
THE MERCER COUNTY TURKEY TROT WILL TAKE PLACE ON THANKSGIVING RAIN OR SHINE!
The 14th Annual Mercer County Turkey Trot -- a 5K race and 1 mile fun run/walk -- will take place on Thanksgiving Day rain or shine. We look forward to making this event the most successful one yet! The proceeds from the Race support our local food banks and pantries.
EVENT INFO
The 5K course is certified by USA Track & Field (_click here for a map of the race course_ [https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5519ec_0b0de2077037492082f11ba3f6dd2ccb~mv2.jpg]). The course is paved. The race is open to runners, families, and strollers. No dogs allowed. We will put the serious, faster runners in the front, and we will stage the runners by approximate run times.
1 Mile Walk/Fun Run. The walk/fun run follows a portion of the 5K course. This event is open to runners, families, and stroller. No dogs allowed. No chip is worn, so no time is registered for the fun run/walk. Please note we will start this event at 8:45am.
Winners certificates for the fastest overall male, female and non-binary runners as well as 1st, 2nd and 3rd place runners in each age group.
_T-shirts available for the first 1,000 registrants. Limited sizes available. Medal available for the first 750 finishers._
PACKET PICK-UP
If you are participating in the 5k (1 Mile Fun Run/Walk participants do not need a bib number) Race bibs and Mercer County Turkey Trot t-shirts can be picked up in advance of the race Sunday, November 22nd or Tuesday, November 24th. Both Pickups will occur at McCaffrey's in West Windsor in the Bistro area upstairs. On Sunday, we will be there from 9:30am-3pm, and on Tuesday, we will be there from 4-6:30pm.
On race day, Packet Pick-up will begin at 7 am in the pavilion at the West Picnic Area in Mercer County Park. PLEASE try and pickup your packet on November 22nd or November 24th to minimize the crunch before the race.
FORM A TEAM
Grab your friends and form a team to help provide for those in need in these difficult times. Teams with over 10 members will get $3 off registration for each team member.
More information will be available at www.MercerCountyTurkeyTrot.com [http://www.MercerCountyTurkeyTrot.com] as we get closer to the race time.
This is the 14th annual event being organized by a Race Committee of Mercer County residents. The race committee will oversee the donation of the net proceeds from the event to local food pantries. If you or your organization are interested in supporting the Mercer County Turkey Trot, please contact MercerTurkeyTrot@gmail.com.
The 14th Annual Mercer County Turkey Trot -- a 5K race and 1 mile fun run/walk -- will take place on Thanksgiving Day rain or shine. We look forward to making this event the most successful one yet! The proceeds from the Race support our local food banks and pantries.
EVENT INFO
The 5K course is certified by USA Track & Field (_click here for a map of the race course_ [https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5519ec_0b0de2077037492082f11ba3f6dd2ccb~mv2.jpg]). The course is paved. The race is open to runners, families, and strollers. No dogs allowed. We will put the serious, faster runners in the front, and we will stage the runners by approximate run times.
1 Mile Walk/Fun Run. The walk/fun run follows a portion of the 5K course. This event is open to runners, families, and stroller. No dogs allowed. No chip is worn, so no time is registered for the fun run/walk. Please note we will start this event at 8:45am.
Winners certificates for the fastest overall male, female and non-binary runners as well as 1st, 2nd and 3rd place runners in each age group.
_T-shirts available for the first 1,000 registrants. Limited sizes available. Medal available for the first 750 finishers._
PACKET PICK-UP
If you are participating in the 5k (1 Mile Fun Run/Walk participants do not need a bib number) Race bibs and Mercer County Turkey Trot t-shirts can be picked up in advance of the race Sunday, November 22nd or Tuesday, November 24th. Both Pickups will occur at McCaffrey's in West Windsor in the Bistro area upstairs. On Sunday, we will be there from 9:30am-3pm, and on Tuesday, we will be there from 4-6:30pm.
On race day, Packet Pick-up will begin at 7 am in the pavilion at the West Picnic Area in Mercer County Park. PLEASE try and pickup your packet on November 22nd or November 24th to minimize the crunch before the race.
FORM A TEAM
Grab your friends and form a team to help provide for those in need in these difficult times. Teams with over 10 members will get $3 off registration for each team member.
More information will be available at www.MercerCountyTurkeyTrot.com [http://www.MercerCountyTurkeyTrot.com] as we get closer to the race time.
This is the 14th annual event being organized by a Race Committee of Mercer County residents. The race committee will oversee the donation of the net proceeds from the event to local food pantries. If you or your organization are interested in supporting the Mercer County Turkey Trot, please contact MercerTurkeyTrot@gmail.com.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$44.00
OPENS 31 AUG -
1Mi Walk/Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:45AM EST)
$44.00
OPENS 30 AUG
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