NSRF Queens Turkey Trot 5K
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NSRF Queens Turkey Trot 5K : Alley Pond Park
The Queens Turkey Trot is a community 5K run/walk held on November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving Day) at Alley Pond Park in Oakland Gardens, NY. The in-person course uses park trails and consists of 3 loops; participants are asked to cross the finish mats on each loop for accurate split and finish times.
Distances offered:
- 5K Run/Walk (in-person)
- Virtual 5K with a one-week time window
- Free Kiddie Dash (in-person)
Event services include an informal bag check area, restrooms a short walk from the start/finish, hydration at the finish, and post-race refreshments provided by event partners. In-person bib pickup is available on site; a bib-mailing option is offered for an additional fee if registered in advance. Virtual participants may log times online and can upload photos; virtual race items ship beginning on the event start day.
Age-group recognition is provided for top finishers across multiple age categories, and overall top finishers are recognized by gender designation. Registration options list separate pricing for in-person and virtual entries and note optional add-ons such as bib mailing and purchase protection. Donations from the event benefit the Never Stop Running Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports athletic and charitable programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
