Run for the Turkeys 5K Road Race
Run for the Turkeys 5K Road Race is a running race on November 22, 2026 in New Fairfield, CT, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- November 22, 2026 (86 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
On Sunday, November 22nd come join New Fairfield Parks & Recreation's Annual Run for the Turkeys 5K Road Race. This year come celebrate 42 years for this race with us! Prizes for the three best Thanksgiving themed costumed runners. Digital timing, positional placing, and trophies are highlights of this event. Race bibs will be distributed on race day starting at 9am. The race starts at 11am. Music along the race route weather permitting. Spectators are welcome to cheer along the route.
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
32°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Danbury, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About New Fairfield, CT
City Elevation
767 ft
Nearest Airport
HPN
Westchester County Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
LGA
LaGuardia Airport · 52 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Waiting For?
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86
Days to train
- Race
- Run for the Turkeys 5K Road Race
- Date
- November 22, 2026
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Run for the Turkeys 5K Road Race
Nov 22, 2026