In 62 days · Sat, Nov 21, 2026
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When
Saturday, November 21st, 2026
Where
601 Route 530, Manchester Township NJ
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
Typical weather
36–52°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
41–56°F
dry
2024
40–57°F
rain
2023
35–50°F
rain
2022
23–41°F
dry
2021
36–57°F
dry
2020
45–64°F
dry
2019
36–53°F
dry
2018
31–47°F
dry
2017
39–57°F
dry
2016
35–42°F
dry
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About this race
Event Details
- Date: 2026-11-21
- Location: 601 Route 530, Manchester Township, NJ
- Registration: Begins at 8 am
- Race Start: 9:00 am
Race Information
- Options: Run 5k or walk 1 mile
- Goal: Raise $75,000 for the Addiction Recovery Ministries at America’s Keswick
- Course: Predominantly flat but watch for large rocks and tree roots
- Trail: Follow the orange trail marked by ribbon and course marshals
Course Description
- Starting Point: Around the beautiful campus
- Path: Travels around the lower lake on a wide path of rocks and gravel
- Trail Type: Moving into a narrower trail area through the Pine Barrens
- Finish Line: Returns to pavement at the finish line after traversing the woods
Course Support
- Water Stations: Located at certain points along the course
- Volunteers: Available to help direct runners as needed
- Safety: Be mindful of trail conditions while running
- More Info: Visit the race website at Thanks-For-Giving Turkey Trot
Course map
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Live prices near the start line, Nov 20 – 22, 2026.
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