Wakefield Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Wakefield, Massachusetts
- Price $15.00 - $44.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the annual Wakefield Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the beautiful town of Wakefield, Middlesex! This beloved community event features a scenic 5K race around Lake Quannapowitt, alongside a fun-filled morning of activities perfect for the whole family. Get your competitive spirit ready as you lace up your sneakers for the timed 5K run, or let the little ones participate in the Kids' Fun Run for ages 10 and under.
In addition to the races, attendees can enjoy a lively costume contest and a pre-race warm-up to get everyone pumped up. Remember to bring your reusable water bottles, as a town water truck will be on-site to keep you hydrated! All proceeds from the event support the Wakefield Memorial High School cross country and track and field programs, making this not just a race, but a chance to give back to the community. Don’t miss out on this festive way to kick off your Thanksgiving morning! Be sure to register by October 17th for a guaranteed shirt size, and mark your calendars for bib pickup leading up to race day.
In addition to the races, attendees can enjoy a lively costume contest and a pre-race warm-up to get everyone pumped up. Remember to bring your reusable water bottles, as a town water truck will be on-site to keep you hydrated! All proceeds from the event support the Wakefield Memorial High School cross country and track and field programs, making this not just a race, but a chance to give back to the community. Don’t miss out on this festive way to kick off your Thanksgiving morning! Be sure to register by October 17th for a guaranteed shirt size, and mark your calendars for bib pickup leading up to race day.
Organiser's Description
WAKEFIELD TURKEY TROT
The Wakefield Track and Field Boosters club is excited to host our annual 5K Turkey Trot around Lake Quannapowitt this Thanksgiving! We are thrilled to host this much loved community tradition. All proceeds from the race support the Wakefield Memorial High School cross country and track and field programs.
A full schedule of activities on Thanksgiving morning that end in time to get to the football game or put your turkey in the oven:
* Kids'Fun Run for 10 and under
* Costume contest
* Pre-race warm up
* Timed 5K
**PLEASE BRING YOUR REUSABLE WATER BOTTLES! The town water truck will be there to fill them. Thank you!
T-SHIRTS
Shirt SIZE guaranteed to all athletes registered by October 17th.
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall
Age Group 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place runners
BIB PICKUP
WHERE:
* The Savings Bank Community Room, 351 Main Street, Wakefield
WHEN:
* Saturday, November 22nd 8-10am
* Sunday, November 23rd 1-3pm
* Monday, November 24th 6-8pm
* Wednesday, November 26th 11:30am-2pm
* Thursday, November 27th (RACE DAY) 6:30-7:45am at the red Wakefield Warriors tents
The Wakefield Track and Field Boosters club is excited to host our annual 5K Turkey Trot around Lake Quannapowitt this Thanksgiving! We are thrilled to host this much loved community tradition. All proceeds from the race support the Wakefield Memorial High School cross country and track and field programs.
A full schedule of activities on Thanksgiving morning that end in time to get to the football game or put your turkey in the oven:
* Kids'Fun Run for 10 and under
* Costume contest
* Pre-race warm up
* Timed 5K
**PLEASE BRING YOUR REUSABLE WATER BOTTLES! The town water truck will be there to fill them. Thank you!
T-SHIRTS
Shirt SIZE guaranteed to all athletes registered by October 17th.
AWARDS
Top 3 Overall
Age Group 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place runners
BIB PICKUP
WHERE:
* The Savings Bank Community Room, 351 Main Street, Wakefield
WHEN:
* Saturday, November 22nd 8-10am
* Sunday, November 23rd 1-3pm
* Monday, November 24th 6-8pm
* Wednesday, November 26th 11:30am-2pm
* Thursday, November 27th (RACE DAY) 6:30-7:45am at the red Wakefield Warriors tents
Races
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5K Turkey Trot
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$44.90
CLOSED -
Kid's Fun Run ~ 1 Mile
Incl. $3.00 Fee
Thu 27th November 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$15.00
CLOSED
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1 Church Street, Lake Quannapowitt, Wakefield, 01880, MA, United States
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