Fast and the Furriest 5K Turkey Trot
Fast and the Furriest 5K Turkey Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Ocean City, NJ, with entry fees from $20 to $35.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (90 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
WHERE AND WHEN
The race will take place Thanksgiving Morning, Thursday November 27, 2025 at 8:30 am.
All events start and finish at Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226.
COURSE
5k Run & 5k Walk: The race will be run on the Ocean City Boardwalk beginning at the Music Pier and proceeding south to 23rd Street to the turnaround. Runners will then head north to the Music Pier to the finish.
1M Kids Fun Run: will be one loop from the Music Pier to 5th Street and back.
SWAG
Race T-shirt to pre-registered athletes while supplies last
ITINERARY
Wednesday
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm - In-person Registration & Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up at OC Senior Center, 1735 Simpson Ave # 5, Ocean City, NJ 08226.
Thursday
7:00 am - In-person Registration & Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up at Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226.
8:30 am - 5k Run & 5k Walk Start. The 1M Kids Fun Run will be held at the conclusion of the 5k Run & 5k Walk.
AWARDS
5k Run
Overall: Top 3 Male & Female
Age Groups: Top 3 Male & Female
8 & Under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14. 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90 & Over
1M Kids Fun Run
Age Groups: Top 3 Male & Female
6 & Under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14
Help us help the animals and keep a tradition alive in the process. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Ocean City. Thank you for your support.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Ocean City ordinances prohibit dogs on the Boardwalk at any time. Please leave your pet at home.
- Refreshments will be provided at the end of the race
- Results will be available on website
- No confirmation will be sent, verify entry here
- Race scored by DQ Events
- All events will be held rain or shine
- Event promoters have the right to alter or cancel events for any reason
- No refunds, transfers, or credits
Events
Weather
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
53°
Typical Low
39°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Margate, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ocean City, NJ
Population
11,260
as of 2023
City Elevation
6 ft
Nearest Airport
ACY
Atlantic City International Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 54 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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90
Days to train
- Race
- Fast and the Furriest 5K Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Fast and the Furriest 5K Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026