The Chatham Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Chatham, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 17th Annual Chatham Turkey Trot, happening on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the picturesque Chatham, Morris. This exciting event features a 1 Mile Family Fun Run and a USA Track & Field certified 5K Race, allowing participants of all ages and skill levels to enjoy a day of fitness and community spirit.
Each year, over 1,300 enthusiastic runners join together to support local heroes and raise vital funds for diabetes research and education, as well as for the Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Squad. Since its inception in 2009, the Chatham Turkey Trot has raised nearly $335,000 for these worthy causes, making it a beloved holiday tradition in the community. So gather your friends and family for a morning of fun, fitness, and philanthropy before indulging in your Thanksgiving feast! Don't forget to register by November 1st to secure your T-shirt and become a part of this heartwarming event.
Each year, over 1,300 enthusiastic runners join together to support local heroes and raise vital funds for diabetes research and education, as well as for the Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Squad. Since its inception in 2009, the Chatham Turkey Trot has raised nearly $335,000 for these worthy causes, making it a beloved holiday tradition in the community. So gather your friends and family for a morning of fun, fitness, and philanthropy before indulging in your Thanksgiving feast! Don't forget to register by November 1st to secure your T-shirt and become a part of this heartwarming event.
Organiser's Description
Dear Neighbors & Friends,
I invite you to join us on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025 for the 17th Annual Chatham Turkey Trot. The event consists of a 1 Mile Family Fun Run and a USA Track & Field certified 5K Race that takes participants through the scenic Highlands section of CHATHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ.
Each year, The Chatham Turkey Trot attracts more than 1,300 runners who help raise funds for our first responders and diabetes research and education. Since its inception in 2009, we have raised nearly $335,000 benefiting the Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Department, the Chatham Emergency Squad, Chatham Township PBA #170, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, The Barton Center for Diabetes Education and the Diabetes Research Institute.
Over the years, the Chatham Turkey Trot has become a family holiday tradition that offers expert and novice runners alike the opportunity to spend time with family, friends, and neighbors, to raise funds for our first responders and diabetes research and education, and to break a sweat before the big meal.
I encourage you navigate through our website to learn more about our beneficiaries, to view photos and videos of past Trots, and to read about the local businesses who have supported our efforts over the years. If you have an interest in sponsoring the Turkey Trot please email us at [email protected].
I hope to see you on Thanksgiving Day.
Best regards,
Curt Ritter
Founder & President
The Chatham Turkey Trot
YOU MUST REGISTER BEFORE NOVEMBER 1ST (MIDNIGHT 10/31) IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT. SORRY NO EXCEPTIONS.
BE SURE TO REVIEW _IMPORTANT RACE DETAILS [https://www.thechathamturkeytrot.org/important-race-details/] _IN ADVANCE OF THE RACE FOR INFORMATION RELATED TO PARKING, RESTROOMS, PETS, AND MORE!
I invite you to join us on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025 for the 17th Annual Chatham Turkey Trot. The event consists of a 1 Mile Family Fun Run and a USA Track & Field certified 5K Race that takes participants through the scenic Highlands section of CHATHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ.
Each year, The Chatham Turkey Trot attracts more than 1,300 runners who help raise funds for our first responders and diabetes research and education. Since its inception in 2009, we have raised nearly $335,000 benefiting the Chatham Township Volunteer Fire Department, the Chatham Emergency Squad, Chatham Township PBA #170, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, The Barton Center for Diabetes Education and the Diabetes Research Institute.
Over the years, the Chatham Turkey Trot has become a family holiday tradition that offers expert and novice runners alike the opportunity to spend time with family, friends, and neighbors, to raise funds for our first responders and diabetes research and education, and to break a sweat before the big meal.
I encourage you navigate through our website to learn more about our beneficiaries, to view photos and videos of past Trots, and to read about the local businesses who have supported our efforts over the years. If you have an interest in sponsoring the Turkey Trot please email us at [email protected].
I hope to see you on Thanksgiving Day.
Best regards,
Curt Ritter
Founder & President
The Chatham Turkey Trot
YOU MUST REGISTER BEFORE NOVEMBER 1ST (MIDNIGHT 10/31) IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT. SORRY NO EXCEPTIONS.
BE SURE TO REVIEW _IMPORTANT RACE DETAILS [https://www.thechathamturkeytrot.org/important-race-details/] _IN ADVANCE OF THE RACE FOR INFORMATION RELATED TO PARKING, RESTROOMS, PETS, AND MORE!
Races
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5K Race
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (9:15AM EST)
$27.50
Please note: The Turkey Trot takes place in Chatham Township, NEW JERSEY, not MASSACHUSETTS. -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$22.20
Please note: The Turkey Trot takes place in Chatham Township, NEW JERSEY, not MASSACHUSETTS.
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