Rutgers Army Rotc Turkey Trot 5K Run
About this race
Please join us for the first Turkey Trot 5K, hosted by the Rutgers Army ROTC program! This fun, family-friendly event brings together students, cadets, alumni, and community members.
The 5K course takes runners through scenic Johnson Park. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or just enjoying a jog with friends, the Turkey Trot is open to all experience levels!
Participants can look forward to:
Cool long-sleeve shirt (if registered before November 14)
Prizes and certificates for top finishers
Complimentary refreshments
A welcoming atmosphere with cadets, veterans, and the Rutgers community
Timeline:
SAME DAY- Bib & Shirt pickup begins @ 8:30 am
Race Time @ 10:00 am
Come out, support the ROTC program, and kick off your holiday season with an energetic and memorable run!
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Running
5k Run
Typical race-day weather
Based on 2 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Piscataway, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:52 AM and sets at 4:35 PM local time (EST) in Piscataway on November 22, 2026 — 9h 43m of daylight.
Course
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Results — Rutgers Army Rotc Turkey Trot 5K Run
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 7 Piscataway events
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