Newton Turkey Trot
- Date Sun 23rd November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Newton, Massachusetts
- Price $28.56 - $39.16
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the 12th Annual Newton Turkey Trot on Sunday, November 23rd, 2025, in beautiful Newton, Middlesex! This beloved community event brings together over 1,700 runners, celebrating health, wellness, and the spirit of giving back. Participants can choose between a scenic, USATF Certified 5K course or a fun 1-mile kids race, both starting and finishing at Zervas Elementary School. The 5K kicks off at 9:00 AM, following the kids' race at 8:30 AM, making it a perfect family-friendly day out!
This year, the Newton Turkey Trot is committed to supporting vital local organizations, including the Newton Food Pantry and Journey Forward, which assists those with spinal cord injuries. Don’t miss your chance to snag a limited-edition Turkey Trot t-shirt by registering before October 22nd! Whether you’re racing for fun, to compete for prizes, or to support a great cause, the Newton Turkey Trot promises an uplifting experience for runners of all ages. Join the fun, spread the love, and make unforgettable memories this Thanksgiving season!
This year, the Newton Turkey Trot is committed to supporting vital local organizations, including the Newton Food Pantry and Journey Forward, which assists those with spinal cord injuries. Don’t miss your chance to snag a limited-edition Turkey Trot t-shirt by registering before October 22nd! Whether you’re racing for fun, to compete for prizes, or to support a great cause, the Newton Turkey Trot promises an uplifting experience for runners of all ages. Join the fun, spread the love, and make unforgettable memories this Thanksgiving season!
Organiser's Description
Sign up early - the race sells out every year!
NEWTON TURKEY TROT MISSION
Were back for the 12TH ANNUAL NEWTON TURKEY TROT on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD!
What began as a small neighborhood run has grown into one of Newtons favorite traditions, bringing together more than 1,700 runners to celebrate _health, wellness, community, and giving back._
Weve been especially inspired by runners who wear their Turkey Trot shirts near and far, REMINDING US TO BRING YOUR SNEAKERS EVERYWHERE AND KEEP SPREADING THE LOVE!
The event features our scenic, USATF Certified 5K course, plus a 1-mile kids fun run, both designed to engage the whole family.
As always, 100% of proceeds will support:
* NEWTON FOOD PANTRY
* CENTRE STREET FOOD PANTRY
* JOURNEY FORWARD, helping those with spinal cord injuries and disabilities.
Register by OCTOBER 22ND to snag this years limited-edition Turkey Trot t-shirt!
Happy training and be well,
_The Newton Turkey Trot Team_
START TIMES
The kids' 1-mile fun run starts promptly at 8:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 9:00 AM.
BOTH RACES START & FINISH AT ZERVAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
COURSE
Starting at Zervas Elementary School on Beethoven Ave, the USATF Certified 5K run is a beautiful out-and-back course. The run leads you through Newton neighborhoods, onto the Commonwealth Avenue carriage lane to Newton City Hall, and loops back to end at Zervas Elementary School. The roads will be monitored by Newton Police.
PARKING
The parking lot at Zervas Elementary School will be CLOSED. Limited parking is available on Allen Street and other neighboring streets. Please consider walking if you're close enough to do so!
BIB AND T-SHIRT PICK UP
TBD
PRIZES
Prizes will be awarded to the Overall top 3 male and female 5K finishers and the top 3 male and female 5K finishers in the following age categories: 12 and under, 13-14, 15-19, 20-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & top male and female finisher 70+.
The top male and female finisher of the 1 mile kids fun run who is 12 years old or under will be awarded a prize.
All children running in the 1-mile kids fun run will receive a medal and the first 1200 participants will receive a medal for the 5K.
BIKES AND STROLLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED
For the safety of all participants NO bikes or strollers on either the 1-mile kids fun run or the 5K.
DOGS
If you plan to bring your dog, please line up at the back, for the safety of all participants.
NEWTON TURKEY TROT MISSION
Were back for the 12TH ANNUAL NEWTON TURKEY TROT on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD!
What began as a small neighborhood run has grown into one of Newtons favorite traditions, bringing together more than 1,700 runners to celebrate _health, wellness, community, and giving back._
Weve been especially inspired by runners who wear their Turkey Trot shirts near and far, REMINDING US TO BRING YOUR SNEAKERS EVERYWHERE AND KEEP SPREADING THE LOVE!
The event features our scenic, USATF Certified 5K course, plus a 1-mile kids fun run, both designed to engage the whole family.
As always, 100% of proceeds will support:
* NEWTON FOOD PANTRY
* CENTRE STREET FOOD PANTRY
* JOURNEY FORWARD, helping those with spinal cord injuries and disabilities.
Register by OCTOBER 22ND to snag this years limited-edition Turkey Trot t-shirt!
Happy training and be well,
_The Newton Turkey Trot Team_
START TIMES
The kids' 1-mile fun run starts promptly at 8:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 9:00 AM.
BOTH RACES START & FINISH AT ZERVAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.
COURSE
Starting at Zervas Elementary School on Beethoven Ave, the USATF Certified 5K run is a beautiful out-and-back course. The run leads you through Newton neighborhoods, onto the Commonwealth Avenue carriage lane to Newton City Hall, and loops back to end at Zervas Elementary School. The roads will be monitored by Newton Police.
PARKING
The parking lot at Zervas Elementary School will be CLOSED. Limited parking is available on Allen Street and other neighboring streets. Please consider walking if you're close enough to do so!
BIB AND T-SHIRT PICK UP
TBD
PRIZES
Prizes will be awarded to the Overall top 3 male and female 5K finishers and the top 3 male and female 5K finishers in the following age categories: 12 and under, 13-14, 15-19, 20-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & top male and female finisher 70+.
The top male and female finisher of the 1 mile kids fun run who is 12 years old or under will be awarded a prize.
All children running in the 1-mile kids fun run will receive a medal and the first 1200 participants will receive a medal for the 5K.
BIKES AND STROLLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED
For the safety of all participants NO bikes or strollers on either the 1-mile kids fun run or the 5K.
DOGS
If you plan to bring your dog, please line up at the back, for the safety of all participants.
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