Running of the Turkeys - West Deptford
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Location West Deptford, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the fun at the West Deptford Running of the Turkeys on Thanksgiving morning, November 28, 2024! This spirited event takes place in West Deptford Township, Gloucester, and offers a fantastic way to kick off your holiday festivities. Choose between the exciting 5K Turkey Trot or the leisurely 2-mile Wobble Walk, both beginning at 9:00 AM. The 5K race is chip-timed, making it perfect for competitive runners, while walkers can enjoy a refreshing stroll with friends and family.
Participants are encouraged to pre-register by November 27th at 8:00 PM to secure their spot. Race bibs and optional long-sleeve shirts can be picked up at the RiverWinds Community Center on the evening before the race or on race day morning. Don’t miss the chance to compete for awards in various age categories and enjoy a community spirit by bringing non-perishable food items to support the Greater Woodbury Cooperative Ministries Food Bank. Whether you're racing for a medal or wobbling for fun, the West Deptford Running of the Turkeys promises a memorable Thanksgiving celebration for all!
Participants are encouraged to pre-register by November 27th at 8:00 PM to secure their spot. Race bibs and optional long-sleeve shirts can be picked up at the RiverWinds Community Center on the evening before the race or on race day morning. Don’t miss the chance to compete for awards in various age categories and enjoy a community spirit by bringing non-perishable food items to support the Greater Woodbury Cooperative Ministries Food Bank. Whether you're racing for a medal or wobbling for fun, the West Deptford Running of the Turkeys promises a memorable Thanksgiving celebration for all!
Organiser's Description
START YOUR THANKSGIVING DAY AT THE WEST DEPTFORD RUNNING OF THE TURKEYS 5K TURKEY TROT AND 2-MILE WOBBLE WALK!
OPTIONAL LONG-SLEEVE SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE UNTIL THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST.
The West Deptford Running of the Turkeys is on Thanksgiving Morning at 9:00 AM.
Choose to run the 5K Turkey Trot Race or the 2-mile Wobble Walk.
The 5K race will be chip-timed.
We ask that all participants please PRE-REGISTER before or on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH AT 8:00 PM in order to participate in the Running of the Turkeys.
RACE BIBS AND OPTIONAL T-SHIRTS (IF PURCHASED) WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK-UP FROM 5-7 PM ON WEDNESDAY, NOV 27TH, AND STARTING AT 7:00 AM ON THANKSGIVING MORNING AT RIVERWINDS COMMUNITY CENTER. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO ALLOW PLENTY OF TIME TO PICK UP YOUR RACE BIB. IF POSSIBLE, PLEASE PICK-UP ON WEDNESDAY EVENING.
First, second, and third place male and female overall and age group award medals will be given out to the winning 5K participants after the race.
Age groups for awards:
* 13 & under
* 14-19
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70+
The awards ceremony will begin promptly at 9:45.
WE WILL ALSO BE COLLECTING NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS FOR THE GREATER WOODBURY COOPERATIVE MINISTRIES FOOD BANK.
A rain or shine event.
Optional long-sleeve shirts will not be available after Thursday, November 21st. Shirts will not be available for purchase on race day.
NOTE: YOU MUST BE PRESENT ON RACE DAY TO CLAIM YOUR SHIRT. IF YOU'RE UNABLE TO ATTEND, SHIRTS WILL NOT BE MAILED TO YOU AFTER THE RACE.
Plenty of parking at RiverWinds Community Center.
OPTIONAL LONG-SLEEVE SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE UNTIL THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST.
The West Deptford Running of the Turkeys is on Thanksgiving Morning at 9:00 AM.
Choose to run the 5K Turkey Trot Race or the 2-mile Wobble Walk.
The 5K race will be chip-timed.
We ask that all participants please PRE-REGISTER before or on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH AT 8:00 PM in order to participate in the Running of the Turkeys.
RACE BIBS AND OPTIONAL T-SHIRTS (IF PURCHASED) WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK-UP FROM 5-7 PM ON WEDNESDAY, NOV 27TH, AND STARTING AT 7:00 AM ON THANKSGIVING MORNING AT RIVERWINDS COMMUNITY CENTER. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO ALLOW PLENTY OF TIME TO PICK UP YOUR RACE BIB. IF POSSIBLE, PLEASE PICK-UP ON WEDNESDAY EVENING.
First, second, and third place male and female overall and age group award medals will be given out to the winning 5K participants after the race.
Age groups for awards:
* 13 & under
* 14-19
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70+
The awards ceremony will begin promptly at 9:45.
WE WILL ALSO BE COLLECTING NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS FOR THE GREATER WOODBURY COOPERATIVE MINISTRIES FOOD BANK.
A rain or shine event.
Optional long-sleeve shirts will not be available after Thursday, November 21st. Shirts will not be available for purchase on race day.
NOTE: YOU MUST BE PRESENT ON RACE DAY TO CLAIM YOUR SHIRT. IF YOU'RE UNABLE TO ATTEND, SHIRTS WILL NOT BE MAILED TO YOU AFTER THE RACE.
Plenty of parking at RiverWinds Community Center.
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