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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
South County Regional Park, Boca Raton FL
5K · 1 Mile
64–79°F · low rain risk
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67–81°F
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About this race
Run with the herd, then stuff your bird!
Join us for our 18th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk – it's become a local tradition! On Thursday, November 26, “Turkey Day,” we invite the whole family flock to run, walk or trot. The race also features a Youth 1 Mile Fun Run; all racers will enjoy refreshments following the race.
The first 2,000 participants to register will receive a dri-fit t-shirt and the first 2,000 finishers receive a commemorative medal.
Proceeds from the Paul Markhoff Racing with the J 5Ks benefit the Levis JCC programs and services utilized by children and families in our community.
Tag us on social media using #racingwiththej
Race Schedule
Registration/Packet Pickup: 6:00 - 7:00 am
5K Run/Walk: 7:30 am
Youth 1 Mile Fun Run: 8:30 am
Pricing
5k Ages 10 and under: $30 until November 15; $35 November 16-25; $40 Race Day
Ages 11 and over: $40 until November 15; $45 November 16-25; $50 Race Day
Youth 1 Mile Fun Run: $20 until November 15; $30 November 16-Race Day
Race Packet Pickup
1. Levis JCC/Federation 95th Ave.
21050 95th Avenue S., Boca Raton
Must have valid driver’s license to enter the campus
Monday, November 23, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
2. Runner's Edge
3195 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton
Saturday, November 21, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 22, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday, November 23 - Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
3. Fit 2 Run
4449 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek
Saturday, November 21, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, November 22, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday, November 23 - Tuesday, November 24, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Race Day
Race packets will be distributed at South County Regional Park at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater
Thursday, November 26, 6:00 - 7:00 am
Awards
Awards will be given to:
- Top 3 male and female overall.
- Masters Award to fastest male and female runner over 40
- Top 3 male and female in the following age group categories: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
- Top 3 overall Schwedelson Special Needs 5K
- Collectible finisher medals to the first 2,000 5k participants
- All kids will receive a medal for the 1 mile fun run
Parking
All park entrances to South County Regional Park will close at 7:00 am due to road closures. The only entrance that will remain open will be the Glades Rd. entrance. Please see parking map above under Parking Information.
Race will take place rain or shine. No rain date. Strollers are allowed. Shirt sizing is not guaranteed.
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