Franklin Park Turkey Trot

Franklin Park Turkey Trot is organized by the Franklin Park Coalition in Boston, Massachusetts, on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. The single format is a 5K Turkey Trot (3.1 miles) starting at 9:00 a.m. It is a popular race that draws a large field, mostly from the surrounding neighborhoods, and welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, including those with strollers, wheelchairs or leashed dogs. Chip timing is provided, prizes go to the fastest finishers and the best costumes, and casual joggers get their own separate start.

Since the course runs through Franklin Park, be ready for variable trail conditions rather than a uniform road surface, and choose shoes with a bit of grip if the weather has been wet. The 5K distance works for a quick, competitive effort as well as a relaxed family outing; six weeks with one weekly speed session is plenty for the former, while a few easy jogs will do for the latter. Organizers recommend picking up your bib in advance to avoid congestion on race morning.