From the Organizer
The Gratitude 5k is your chance to grab someone who you’re grateful for and share something special together, so whether you are a veteran runner or this is your first 5k we’ve got a spot for you to enjoy! Family friendly atmosphere and fun for all ages the Gratitude 5k promises to leave you thankful for all the miles and full of good spirits for the holiday!
Kids under 12yo race for only $25!
All registered racers will receive a custom beanie!
Full color commemorative bibs!
All finishers will receive a customized Gratitude 5k medal!
Special Gratitude 5k treats and drinks at the Start/Finish
Plenty of free parking available!
Costumes encouraged!
Start a new holiday Turkey Trot tradition with your friends and/or family!
Join us for a fun filled 5k romp through the closed road of Forest Park Drive in Queens!
If you are looking for a 5k to make your debut into the world of road racing, you’ve found the perfect fit!
The Holiday 5k Series includes Hell on Earth Halloween 5k, Gratitude 5k, Jingle Jangle 5k, Love on the Run 5k and Shamrocks & Shenanigans 5k
The Holiday 5k Series participants can check their standings here: The Holiday 5k Series
*Race packet pickup day of race
*See Race Day Schedule below for more information
More Races: https://linktr.ee/QueensRebels
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
50°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New York Jfk Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Richmond Hill, NY
Population
8,516,202
as of 2023
Elevation
55 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Gratitude, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
More Running races near Richmond Hill, NY
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Half Marathon · 10K · 5K
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Hell on Earth
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Gratitude?
- Gratitude is a running race held in Richmond Hill, New York on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Gratitude?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Richmond Hill, New York at 108-14 Myrtle Ave., Richmond Hill, NY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Gratitude?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Gratitude
Nov 26, 2026