Rock Trot
Rock Trot is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Hackettstown, NJ, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (90 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
🦃 2nd Annual Rock Trot 5K & 1 Mile Walk
Thanksgiving Morning – Thursday, November 26, 2026
📍 Rock Ridge Golf Course, Hackettstown, NJ
Proudly Sponsored by The Medical Group of NJ – Foot Care Partners
Before you dig into the turkey and pie, kick off Thanksgiving morning with us at the 2nd Annual Rock Trot 5K & 1 Mile Walk!
After an incredible inaugural event, the Rock Trot is back for another Thanksgiving morning filled with fun, fitness, family, and community spirit on the scenic fairways of Rock Ridge Golf Course.
Whether you’re a competitive runner, casual walker, or simply looking for a fun way to start the holiday with family and friends, there’s a place for everyone at the Rock Trot!
🏃♀️ Event Highlights
✅ 5K Race & 1 Mile Fun Walk on the beautiful Rock Ridge Golf Course
👕 Race T-shirts guaranteed to the first 200 registered participants
🏅 Finisher Medals for all participants
🏆 Age Group Awards
📸 Plenty of festive Thanksgiving photo opportunities
🎓 Proceeds support local student scholarships
📦 Packet Pickup
Sunday, November 22, 2026 | 12:00–3:00 PM
📍 The Nook at Rock Ridge Golf Course
Race-day packet pickup will also be available beginning at 8:00 AM.
📅 Race Day Schedule
🕗 Race Day Packet Pickup: 8:00 AM
🏃♂️ 5K Start: 9:00 AM
🚶♀️ 1 Mile Walk Start: 9:30 AM
Whether you’re chasing a personal best, walking with family and friends, or just making room for an extra slice of pie, the Rock Trot is the perfect way to start your Thanksgiving!
🦃 Come run, walk, give back, and celebrate Thanksgiving with our community!
✨ Register early to secure your race T-shirt and help us make the 2nd Annual Rock Trot an even bigger Thanksgiving tradition!
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
48°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Andover Aeroflex Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hackettstown, NJ
Population
10,143
as of 2023
City Elevation
558 ft
Nearest Airport
ABE
Lehigh Valley International Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 37 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Rock Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
90
Days to train
- Race
- Rock Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Rock Trot
Nov 26, 2026