2026 Event Details

Race Information

Plan your Thanksgiving morning at the Turkey Trot for the Memory. Find the essential details for registration, race-day timing, course directions, and parking.

Thanksgiving Day · November 26, 2026 · 8 a.m.
Shrewsbury Common · Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

Registration

Compare the two race options, registration fees, and T-shirt choices below.

Event details 5-Mile Run 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Best for Runners seeking a professionally timed road race. Families, walkers, casual runners, and participants of all ages and abilities.
Timing Official chip timing Untimed
Race bib Chipped race bib included Commemorative race bib included
Event T-shirt Included with registration Optional commemorative event T-shirt for $20
Awards Overall and age-group awards No awards
Early registration September 4–October 31 $30 Ages 11+: $10 Children 10 and under: FREE
Regular registration November 1–November 24 $35 Ages 11+: $15 Children 10 and under: FREE
T-shirt deadline Register by October 10 to guarantee your requested size. Purchase a shirt by October 10 to guarantee your requested size.
Register Register for the 5-Mile Run Register for the 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk

Registration opens September 4, 2026. Pricing increases November 1, and online registration closes at 5 p.m. on November 24, 2026.

Race-Day Schedule

Plan ahead for a smooth race morning. Additional event details will be shared before registration opens.

Before 8 a.m.
Arrival and bib pickup Allow extra time for parking, checking in, collecting your race bib, and walking to the starting area.
8 a.m.
Race start The 5-Mile Run and 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk begin at Shrewsbury Common.
After the race
Results and awards Official 5-Mile Run results and award information will be posted after results are finalized.

Course Information

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Parking and Arrival

Parking near Shrewsbury Common is limited on Thanksgiving morning. Arrive early and follow posted signs and volunteer directions.

Allow extra time

Plan for Thanksgiving traffic, parking, bib pickup, and a short walk to the starting area.

Follow parking directions

  • Do not block driveways, intersections, or emergency access.
  • Follow temporary parking restrictions and volunteer guidance.
  • Plan for a short walk from your parking location to the start.