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When
Saturday, November 21st, 2026
Where
1000 Barksdale Rd, Newark DE
Distances
5K · 10K
Typical weather
36–51°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
41–55°F
dry
2024
41–54°F
rain
2023
34–55°F
rain
2022
24–41°F
dry
2021
37–54°F
dry
2020
47–64°F
dry
2019
36–53°F
dry
2018
31–48°F
dry
2017
39–55°F
dry
2016
34–41°F
dry
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36°F at the start.
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About this race
54th Annual
Newark Turkey Trot 10k / 5k
November 21, 2026
Newark, DE
Event Overview
- Delaware's Oldest Race: Join us for Delaware’s oldest consecutive road race, the Turkey Trot!
- Race Options: The Turkey Trot offers both 5K and 10K races.
- Raffles and Awards: Raffles donated by local businesses and first through third place awards for age groups in 5-year increments.
- Vendor Information: Vendors will be on site with information and products that may interest participants.
Vendor Opportunities
- Contact: For vendor opportunities, please visit www.newarkde.gov/play.
Packet Pickup
- Location: Shirt and number pick up is at the Newark Municipal Building (220 South Main Street, Newark, DE 19711).
- Date: Friday, November 20 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM for pre-registered participants.
- Saturday Pickup: At Handloff Park starting at 8:00 AM.
Race Information
- Website: For more details, visit the race page at Race Roster.
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