Bradley Beach Turkey Trot
Bradley Beach Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Bradley Beach, NJ, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (44 days to go)
- Location
- 101 Fifth Ave, Bradley Beach, NJ
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Bradley Beach Turkey Trot - 2 Mile Run/Walk is BACK for a second year!
Last year's event raised $15,000 for the Mercy Center in Asbury Park!
Christian Pepe, a sophomore at Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) and resident of Bradley Beach, NJ, is organizing this year’s Turkey Trot Fun Run on Thanksgiving morning. Inspired by CBA’s strong tradition of faith, character, leadership, and service. Christian wanted to turn his love of community and running into an opportunity to give back.
All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Mercy Center to help feed the homeless during the holiday season — a cause close to Christian’s heart. Through this event, he hopes to spread the spirit of gratitude and service that CBA instills in all its students, reminding everyone that Thanksgiving is about giving as much as it is about thanks.
Join Christian and the Bradley Beach community for a fun, meaningful morning that makes a difference!
PLEASE READ - We are beyond overwhelmed by the amount of support, donations, and overall positivity for this race and its mission.
PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP ON RACE DAY IF YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED.
Race Day Information:
Costumes Encouraged - This is a FUN run—let’s have FUN! Turkey and Thanksgiving-themed costumes are absolutely welcome.
No Bibs or Timers - Please note that this is a fun run. There will be no bibs or official timing. Come ready to enjoy the morning with your friends, family, and local community.
T-Shirt Pickup - Please utilize the Wednesday night pickup at Darcy’s to avoid race-day delays. Wednesday, 5:00–7:00 PM @ Darcy’s
Race-Day Schedule (Meet at Bradley Beach Gazebo - Boardwalk - Ocean Ave and 5th)
T-Shirt Pickup: 7:00–8:00 AM (Please utilize Wed Night 5-7pm Darcy's Tavern)
Opening Ceremony: 8:15 AM
Race Start: 8:30 AM
PLEASE ALLOW ENOUGH TIME FOR PARKING. WE ARE SUPER EXCITED FOR THE TROT. THANK YOU, EVERYONE!!!
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Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
52°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Branch-Oakhurst, 7 mi from the venue.
About Bradley Beach, NJ
City Elevation
16 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 33 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Bradley Beach Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 101 Fifth Ave, Bradley Beach, NJ
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Bradley Beach Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026