Francis P. O’Connor Memorial

Turkey Trot for the Memory

Celebrating 15 Years
Thanksgiving Day November 26, 2026 8 a.m. Shrewsbury Common Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

Each Thanksgiving, the Turkey Trot for the Memory brings our community together to honor loved ones affected by Alzheimer's disease and support research, care, and hope for future generations. In our 15th year, we are proud to officially dedicate the event as the Francis P. O'Connor Memorial Race, honoring Justice O'Connor's legacy and the commitment of our Board of Directors, volunteers, sponsors, participants, and the O'Connor family.

Sept. 4

Registration Opens

Registration for the 2026 Turkey Trot opens September 4.

Participants walking together at the Turkey Trot for the Memory

Why We Run

What began as a family Thanksgiving tradition now brings more than 1,000 participants together each year. Discover how the event grew, the people who shaped it, and the mission that continues to move it forward.

Get Involved

Run, volunteer, sponsor, or donate to help make race day possible and advance the mission.

Run or Walk

Choose the five-mile run or two-mile fun run/walk.

Race Information

Volunteer

Help create a welcoming, safe, and memorable race-day experience.

Volunteer

Become a Sponsor

Support the mission while connecting your business or organization with the community.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Donate

Make a tax-deductible gift to advance Alzheimer’s research, care, resources, and education.

Donate

Relive the Race

Explore race results and photographs from more than a decade of Thanksgiving morning memories.

See You Thanksgiving Morning

November 26, 2026  •  8 a.m.  •  Shrewsbury Common