Turkey Trots in Hudson County 2026

Hudson County has three Thanksgiving week turkey trots in 2026: Hoboken’s Annual Turkey Trot at Pier A Park on Saturday, November 21, and two Thanksgiving morning races on Thursday, November 26, the Jersey City Turkey Day 5K at the Colgate Clock and the Bayonne Turkey Trot at Bayonne County Park. Every race below has a 1 mile fun run for kids and casual walkers, and our team confirmed each date, start time and price on the official registration page.

Whether you want a fast waterfront 10K or a family stroll before the big meal, here is how the Hoboken turkey trot and the rest of the Hudson County turkey trots compare, plus parking, transit and packet pickup tips.

Hudson County Turkey Trots at a Glance

• Hoboken’s Annual Turkey Trot: Saturday, Nov. 21, Pier A Park. 10K and 5K at 9:30 a.m., 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 a.m.
• Jersey City Turkey Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run: Thursday, Nov. 26, Colgate Clock on the Jersey City waterfront. Fun run at 9 a.m., 5K at 10 a.m.
• Bayonne Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run: Thursday, Nov. 26, Bayonne County Park. Fun run at 9 a.m., 5K at 10 a.m.
• Price deadlines: Hoboken prices went up after Nov. 1; Jersey City and Bayonne prices go up after Nov. 15.

Hoboken Turkey Trot (Saturday, November 21)

Hoboken’s Annual Turkey Trot 5K, 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run

Hoboken’s race kicks off Thanksgiving week a few days early, on the Saturday before the holiday, so you can run it and still travel for Thanksgiving. The start and finish are at Pier A Park, and the course runs along Hoboken’s waterfront with Manhattan skyline views the whole way. It is the only race in Hudson County this season with a 10K option, and the 10K course is USATF certified, which makes it a good pick if you are chasing a personal record.

• Address: Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken
• Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
• Times: 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 a.m.; 10K and 5K at 9:30 a.m.
• Cost: Early prices were $55 for the 10K, $45 for the 5K and $20 for the fun run through November 1; prices increased after that, so check the registration page for the current rate
• Early packet pickup: Friday, November 20, 5 to 8 p.m., Hackensack Meridian Health, 5 Marine View Plaza, Suite 101, Hoboken
• Website: Hoboken’s Annual Turkey Trot on RunSignup

The organizers say the race fills up every year. Awards go to the top three male and female finishers overall and in each age group, and the post race scene includes music and hot chocolate. Limited bib pickup is available at the start on race morning, but early pickup on Friday night is the way to skip the line. You can pick up a bib for a friend or family member if you bring a copy of their confirmation email.

Thanksgiving Day Races (Thursday, November 26)

Jersey City Turkey Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run

Jersey City’s Thanksgiving morning race starts and finishes by the Colgate Clock on the Hudson River, with views of Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The start is behind the Goldman Sachs building on the water; walk toward the river and you will see the clock. The course has official timing, race photos are included with registration, and strollers are welcome.

• Address: Colgate Clock, foot of Essex Street at Hudson Street, Jersey City (rideshare drop off: 30 Hudson Street)
• Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving Day)
• Times: 1 Mile Fun Run at 9 a.m.; 5K at 10 a.m.
• Cost: 5K $45, fun run $18, both going up after November 15
• Website: Jersey City Turkey Day 5K on RunSignup

Check in and the festival area are next to the start near 30 Hudson Street. Awards go to the top three male and female finishers overall and by age group.

Bayonne Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run

Bayonne’s race bills itself as the city’s biggest 5K, and it is the most relaxed of the three. It is not professionally chip timed; instead there is a large clock at the finish so you can see your time. Shirts are included for every registered runner, and runners, walkers and strollers are all welcome. We have a full rundown in our Bayonne Turkey Trot 2026 guide.

• Address: Bayonne County Park, 930 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Bayonne
• Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026 (Thanksgiving Day)
• Times: 1 Mile Fun Run at 9 a.m.; 5K at 10 a.m.
• Cost: 5K $40, fun run $15, both going up after November 15
• Check in: inside the park, by the bathrooms
• Website: Bayonne Turkey Trot on RunSignup

What About the Rest of Hudson County?

We also looked for 2026 Thanksgiving races in Weehawken, Union City, West New York, North Bergen, Secaucus, Kearny and Harrison, and none had a race posted on a registration site when we published this guide. If one is announced, we will add it here.

Want a race before Thanksgiving week? The student led Weehawken 5K for Food Justice runs on the Weehawken waterfront in mid November; see our Weehawken 5K for Food Justice guide for details. And if you missed it this year, put the HoBOOken 5K at Pier A on your calendar for next October.

Which Turkey Trot Should You Pick?

• Want a 10K or a fast course? Hoboken is the only race with a 10K, and it is USATF certified.
• Want to run on Thanksgiving morning? Choose Jersey City or Bayonne. Both start the 5K at 10 a.m., which leaves plenty of time to get home and start cooking.
• Bringing little kids? All three have a 1 mile fun run an hour before the main race. Bayonne’s untimed, park setting is the most low key.
• Hosting out of town family? Jersey City’s waterfront course has the best photo backdrop, with the Statue of Liberty across the water.

Race Day Tips: Parking, Transit and Timing

• Jersey City: Take the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail to Essex Street, a short walk to the start, or the PATH to Exchange Place, about an 8 minute walk south. The Paulus Hook ferry terminal is about 3 minutes away. Drivers can try metered street parking or the LM Liberty Parking garage at 33 Hudson Street, which the organizers call the closest option. Arrive early, since parking fills fast on race morning.
• Hoboken: Pier A Park is a short walk from Hoboken Terminal, where the PATH, NJ Transit trains, light rail and ferries all stop. Street parking in Hoboken is tight, so transit is the easy choice.
• Bayonne: Bayonne County Park is on Kennedy Boulevard along Newark Bay. Give yourself time to find check in by the bathrooms inside the park.
• Register early: Prices rise at the deadlines above, and the organizers note these races fill up.
• Dress in layers: All three courses are on the water, and late November mornings by the river or bay can be cold and windy.

After the Race

Looking for a free kids race before Thanksgiving week? The Hoboken Kids Run and Family Fun Day is Sunday, Nov. 8, at Maxwell Place Park.

Refuel at one of our picks for the best brunch in Hoboken and Jersey City after Saturday’s Hoboken race, or browse the best restaurants in Hoboken. In Bayonne, our list of the best restaurants in Bayonne has plenty of local favorites, and for a skyline dinner later in the week, see our guide to Hudson County restaurants with NYC skyline views. For everything else happening this month, check things to do in Hudson County in November.

FAQ

When is the Hoboken Turkey Trot in 2026?

Hoboken’s Annual Turkey Trot is Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Pier A Park, 100 Sinatra Drive. The 10K and 5K start at 9:30 a.m. and the 1 Mile Fun Run starts at 8:30 a.m.

Are there turkey trots in Hudson County on Thanksgiving Day?

Yes. The Jersey City Turkey Day 5K at the Colgate Clock and the Bayonne Turkey Trot at Bayonne County Park are both on Thursday, November 26, 2026, with a 1 mile fun run at 9 a.m. and a 5K at 10 a.m.

How much does a Hudson County turkey trot cost?

Jersey City’s 5K is $45 and Bayonne’s is $40 until November 15. Hoboken’s early prices were $55 for the 10K and $45 for the 5K through November 1, and they are higher now. Fun runs range from $15 to $20 at early prices.

Can I walk a turkey trot or bring a stroller?

Yes. Hoboken welcomes walkers, and the Jersey City and Bayonne registration pages say strollers are welcome too.

Is the Bayonne Turkey Trot timed?

Not with chips. A large clock at the finish line shows your time, so you can still track your result.

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