November 20, 2025
Boston Turkey Trots to Run This Thanksgiving | 2025 Guide
Looking for a Turkey Trot in Boston this Thanksgiving? Here are the best 5Ks, 10Ks, shakeout runs, and holiday races happening around the city—including Cambridge, South Boston, Charlestown, Dorchester, and Somerville. Find dates, times, and how to join.
Nothing says Thanksgiving quite like earning your feast with a festive Turkey Trot! Whether you’re chasing a PR, running for fun, or just looking to get some miles in before your feast, Boston has no shortage of ways to lace up and give thanks this season. Here’s a roundup of the Turkey Trots around the city, from riverside runs to brewery finishes.
Before the Feast: Pre-Thanksgiving Turkey Trots
Boston Road Runners’ Boston Turkey Trot
📍 Christian Herter Community Garden, Cambridge
🕘 Saturday, November 22nd at 9:00am
Kick off the holiday season with the Boston Road Runners’ annual Turkey Trot along the Charles River. Choose between a fun 5K or 10K and enjoy crisp fall air, scenic river views, and an energetic crowd. Run solo or with a team (teams with 8 or more will receive an apple pie!). This event celebrates community and youth participation, so come run or cheer in support of Boston’s next generation of runners.
Castle Island Track Club Turkey Trot
📍 Castle Island Brewery, South Boston
🕘 Saturday, November 22nd at 11:00am
Prefer your miles with a side of hops? The Castle Island Track Club is hosting an unsanctioned 5K that’s all about good vibes and giving back. For $25, you’ll get a drink ticket and make a donation to Good Sports, helping provide athletic equipment to kids in need. No bibs, no closed roads, just pure fun and a scenic Southie course. Stick around after for prizes, pints, and plenty of post-run cheer.
MYSTRYDE x Brewer’s Fork Turkey Trot
📍 Brewer’s Fork, Charlestown
🕘 Sunday, November 23rd at 9:00am
MYSTRYDE and Brewer’s Fork are teaming up again for their 3rd annual Charlestown Turkey Trot. Runners can look forward to a lively post-run social featuring breakfast and drinks, with 25% of proceeds benefiting the Greater Boston Food Bank.Note: The race is already full, but you can join the waitlist or volunteer!
Shake It Out: Pre-Turkey Trot Run Club
Tracksmith Turkey Trot Shakeout
📍 The Trackhouse, 285 Newbury Street, Boston
🕕 Wednesday, November 26th at 6:30pm
Ease into your Turkey Trot with Tracksmith’s pre-Thanksgiving shakeout run. The evening starts at the Trackhouse with doors opening at 6 p.m., followed by a casual run at 6:30 p.m. Afterwards, enjoy snacks and refreshments while connecting with Boston’s running community, all for free!
Thanksgiving Morning: The Main Event
📍 Franklin Park, Dorchester
🕘 Thursday, November 27th at 9:00am
Boston’s biggest Thanksgiving morning run is back! The Franklin Park Turkey Trot draws thousands of runners, walkers, families, and even four-legged friends for a festive 5K through one of the city’s most beautiful parks. This timed, family-friendly event supports the Franklin Park Coalition, helping keep Boston’s largest park clean, green, and full of life.
29th Annual Somerville Gobble Gobble Gobble 4-Miler
📍 Davis Square, Somerville
🕘 Thursday, November 27th at 9:00am
A local classic! The Somerville Road Runners’ annual Gobble Gobble Gobble 4-Miler is a holiday staple for runners across Greater Boston. Expect a lively crowd, fun costumes, and plenty of community spirit on this beloved four-mile course.
Bundle up, bring a friend (or a family member), and get ready to run, gobble, and give thanks this Thanksgiving season!