Course
A paved waterfront course starting at the Colgate Clock on Hudson Street, running along the Jersey City waterfront opposite Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The 1 mile fun run sets off at 9:00am and the 5K at 10:00am.
Turkey Trot 5K5 km
1 Mile Fun Run1 mi
Key dates
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- ★Race dayThu 26 Nov 2026
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Run along the Jersey City waterfront with amazing views of Manhattan on Thanksgiving morning and burn off those pre-feast calories. Join thousands of runners in the 10th annual event supporting local charities.
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