From the Organizer
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE ELEVENTH ANNUAL SOMERVILLE 5K TURKEY TROT ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH!
Race proceeds directly benefit Somerville Recreation programming and facilities for our youths, adults, and seniors. The support from our community is crucial to our mission of providing positive recreational opportunities and facilities for all to enjoy.
Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to participate in this family friendly event!
Participants must register prior to November 1st to receive a hoodie!
We hope to see you on Thanksgiving Day to start the holiday season off on the right foot!
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
28°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Somerville 4 Nw, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Somerville, NJ
City Elevation
114 ft
Nearest Airport
TTN
Trenton Mercer Airport · 23 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Somerville 5K Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
156
Days to train
- Race
- Somerville 5K Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- Engine Company, Somerville, NJ
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From Endurance Grid
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Somerville 5K Turkey Trot?
- Somerville 5K Turkey Trot is a running race held in Somerville, New Jersey 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 Somerville 5K Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Somerville, New Jersey at Engine Company. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Somerville 5K Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Somerville 5K Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026