Two Towns Turkey Trot 2026
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location South Orange, New Jersey
- Price $10.00 - $25.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to embrace the spirit of the season at the 2026 Two Towns Turkey Trot! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the picturesque South Mountain Reservation in South Orange, Essex. Join fellow runners and families for a fun-filled day that features a thrilling 5K race and an engaging Kids Fun Run, making it perfect for participants of all ages. The 5K course includes the scenic Lollipop Loop, offering a delightful racing experience, while the Kids Fun Run is approximately 0.25 miles, ensuring that even the youngest trotters can join in on the fun!
Race Day kicks off at 9:00 AM with registration and packet pickup, leading into the 5K race starting at 10:00 AM. After the race, don’t miss the awards ceremony at approximately 10:50 AM, where prizes will be awarded to the top finishers. With entry fees set at $25 for pre-registration for the 5K and just $10 for the Kids Fun Run, this event is not only a fantastic way to stay active but also an opportunity to connect with the community. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable day of running, family fun,
Race Day kicks off at 9:00 AM with registration and packet pickup, leading into the 5K race starting at 10:00 AM. After the race, don’t miss the awards ceremony at approximately 10:50 AM, where prizes will be awarded to the top finishers. With entry fees set at $25 for pre-registration for the 5K and just $10 for the Kids Fun Run, this event is not only a fantastic way to stay active but also an opportunity to connect with the community. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable day of running, family fun,
Organiser's Description
Please join us for the 2026 Two Towns Turkey Trot 5K & Kids Fun Run, presented by the Seth Boyden PTA, on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at South Mountain Reservation on Crest Drive in Maplewood, off South Orange Avenue near The Top apartments. (Race start/finish is where Bear Lane and Crest Drive meet, and 5K course includes the Lollipop Loop.)
Includes a KIDS FUN RUN, and PRIZES for top finishers.
ENTRY FEES:
Kids Fun Run: $10
5K RACE:
Pre-Registration: $25
Race Day Registration: $30
Seth Boyden Staff Pre-registration: $15
Seth Boyden Staff Race Day: $20
SCHEDULE:
9-9 Race Day Registration/Packet Pickup
10:00 am: 5K Race
10:50 am (approximate): Awards Ceremony
11 Kids Fun Run - will be .25 miles (approx.)
MORE INFO: Contact Abby, turkeytrot@sethboyden.com
DIRECTIONS: From downtown South Orange, take South Orange Avenue westward up South Mountain toward Livingston. Near the top of the mountain, just past "The Top" apartment building, make a left into South Mountain Reservation. Go straight for about 1,500 feet to the race venue. Since there is limited parking in the reservation, and roads are closed before the race start, carpooling is recommended.
Includes a KIDS FUN RUN, and PRIZES for top finishers.
ENTRY FEES:
Kids Fun Run: $10
5K RACE:
Pre-Registration: $25
Race Day Registration: $30
Seth Boyden Staff Pre-registration: $15
Seth Boyden Staff Race Day: $20
SCHEDULE:
9-9 Race Day Registration/Packet Pickup
10:00 am: 5K Race
10:50 am (approximate): Awards Ceremony
11 Kids Fun Run - will be .25 miles (approx.)
MORE INFO: Contact Abby, turkeytrot@sethboyden.com
DIRECTIONS: From downtown South Orange, take South Orange Avenue westward up South Mountain toward Livingston. Near the top of the mountain, just past "The Top" apartment building, make a left into South Mountain Reservation. Go straight for about 1,500 feet to the race venue. Since there is limited parking in the reservation, and roads are closed before the race start, carpooling is recommended.
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South Mountain Reservation Lollipop Loop - Crest Dr. (near Wildflower Sculpture Park/Dog Run), South Orange, 07079, NJ, United States
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