Events
| Event | Distance | Start | Price now | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manasquan Turkey Trot - 5 Mile | 5 Miles | 11:00 AM | $60.00 | |
| Manasquan Turkey Trot - 1 Mile | 1 Miles | 10:00 AM | $60.00 |
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About this race
2026 Registration is now CLOSED.
The 2026 Manasquan Turkey Trot 5 Mile and 1 Mile races have reached their participant limits, and all registration is now closed. Please note that there will be no late or race-day registration, and we do not have a waitlist.
Registration opens on September 1st every year.
The 43rd Annual Manasquan Turkey Trot
Good times are guaranteed again in Manasquan on Saturday, November 21, 2026! For over 40 years, this event has been a beloved shore tradition. Our past races have been a massive success, and this year promises to be our best event yet!
1 Mile Race: Starts at 10:00 AM
5 Mile Race: Starts at 11:00 AM (Note: NO strollers are allowed in the 5 Mile).
The Turkey Trot is active on social media. Be sure to check our Facebook and Instagram pages for the latest event information and live updates.
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Bib Policy
Registration opened on September 1st, and the runner limit was met quickly. Online bib transfers are permitted until November 15th. After that date, all transfers must be handled in person at bib pickup, which closes strictly at 10:45 AM on race day Saturday.
• Click on the "Manage Registration" link in your con…
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firmation email and select "Transfer to Another Runner". • The Transfer to Another Runner option can also be found by logging on to RunSignup, navigating to Profile > Upcoming Events > Manage Registration > Transfer to Another Runner. • No refund is issued, and the new person will need to pay an additional $10.00 transfer fee to the race. You are strictly prohibited from running with another person's bib or giving your bib to someone else. Both our medical teams and Homeland Security require accurate participant tracking information for the safety of everyone involved. Additionally, if you finish in the top 20 of the 5-mile race, we will ask to see your physical bib and will verify your official registration details. If you are competing for a top 20 prize, your bib must be clearly visible on your person and legally registered to your name.
Race details from RunSignup. Confirm dates, times and prices on the race's registration page.