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Jackson 5k Turkey Trot

Jackson, United States • 27 Nov 2025

Event overview

The Jackson 5k Turkey Trot & Kids Fun Run is a Thanksgiving morning running event in Jackson, New Hampshire. Distances offered include:

  • 5k Turkey Trot
  • 1k Kids Fun Run (10 and under)

Awards are given to the top three men and top three women, plus top masters. The event benefits Jackson Grammar School and the Girls on the Run youth program.

Course and logistics

Staging is at the Eagle Mountain House lower fields with parking at Eagle Mountain House. The start line is at Jackson Falls Bridge. The course uses Jackson Falls Bridge, Valley Cross Road, Jackson nordic trails, and the Eagle Mountain golf course. Day-of registration is available and organizers request participants bring cash or use Venmo. Participants are encouraged to carpool and consider leaving a car in downtown Jackson. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New Hampshire Jackson

Race information

Website Registration
5 km
5k Turkey Trot
Kids Fun Run (1k)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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