Run Turkey Run! Thanksgiving Day 5K
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Hamden, Connecticut
- Price $39.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving Day with a spirited start at the Annual Run Turkey Run! 5K, taking place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the heart of Hamden, South Central Connecticut. This beloved local tradition invites runners and walkers of all ages to join in the fun, making it the perfect way to embrace the spirit of the holiday with family and friends. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this event encourages participants to dress up in festive attire from turkey hats to extravagant costumes, ensuring a joyful atmosphere for everyone.
The race begins bright and early at 7:30 AM, allowing you plenty of time to enjoy your Thanksgiving festivities afterward. Not only will you be participating in a fun and healthy activity, but you'll also be supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Hamden Community Services, aiding vital programs for food distribution, youth engagement, and emergency assistance. Join us for a morning filled with exercise, laughter, and community spirit as you make unforgettable memories at the Run Turkey Run!
The race begins bright and early at 7:30 AM, allowing you plenty of time to enjoy your Thanksgiving festivities afterward. Not only will you be participating in a fun and healthy activity, but you'll also be supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Hamden Community Services, aiding vital programs for food distribution, youth engagement, and emergency assistance. Join us for a morning filled with exercise, laughter, and community spirit as you make unforgettable memories at the Run Turkey Run!
Organiser's Description
Please join us on Thanksgiving for our Annual Run Turkey Run 5K. A long-standing Thanksgiving tradition in Hamden, there is no better way to start your Thanksgiving Day than running or walking a 5K with family, friends and the community. Make it a 4-F day Family, Food, Football & a Five K. (A bit of a stretch but you get the point).
Whether this is your first 5K or you have done this race every year, we welcome you and encourage you to dress for the occasion. From turkey hats to tutus and even full turkey and pilgrim costumes, its sure to be fun for all ages and a great way to get in a little exercise before the eating begins.
Our race begins nice and early (7:30 am) so it wont interfere with any of the days other activities.
A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit Hamden Community Services [https://www.hamden.com/176/Community-Services] which supports Hamdens Community Food and Resource Distribution Programs, Youth and Community Programs and Essential Emergency and Financial Assistance Programs.
Whether this is your first 5K or you have done this race every year, we welcome you and encourage you to dress for the occasion. From turkey hats to tutus and even full turkey and pilgrim costumes, its sure to be fun for all ages and a great way to get in a little exercise before the eating begins.
Our race begins nice and early (7:30 am) so it wont interfere with any of the days other activities.
A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit Hamden Community Services [https://www.hamden.com/176/Community-Services] which supports Hamdens Community Food and Resource Distribution Programs, Youth and Community Programs and Essential Emergency and Financial Assistance Programs.
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