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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
656 East St, Dedham MA
5K
32–46°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
48–61°F
rain
2024
32–45°F
rain
2023
25–45°F
dry
2022
34–50°F
dry
2021
34–45°F
rain
2020
43–59°F
rain
2019
36–58°F
dry
2018
38–46°F
rain
2017
35–47°F
dry
2016
38–45°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
32°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
Event Overview
Celebrating 15 years of giving back and having fun!
15th ANNUAL FAMILY GRATITUDE 5K TURKEY TROT & KIDS 1/2 MILE RUN
Date: NOVEMBER 26, 2026
Race Schedule
- 8am: Kids Run
- 8:30am: 5K
- Note: We welcome strollers! We just ask that you line up toward the back of the race for safety for all!
- Reminder: Unfortunately, no dogs are allowed due to race liability.
Volunteer Opportunities
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!
We are always looking for day of race volunteers. If you would like to volunteer for the race, please sign up here: Volunteer Sign up 2026!
Mission and Impact
We look forward to coming together to make a difference as we celebrate gratitude both in-person and across the globe. Invite family and friends to join in the fun both in-person or virtually during Thanksgiving week from anywhere to support these important causes.
Registration and Donations
You can register, plus give directly to support work in Dedham. Our partners work to reduce food insecurity, give young people the opportunities they deserve, and we have added helping families in need due to natural disasters and refugee resettlement.
Please be as generous as you can – it does make a difference to these wonderful organizations:
- Dedham Youth Commission
- Dedham Food Pantry
- Ripples of Hope local initiatives
More Information
For further details about the event, please visit: Race Page.
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