# Wild Turkey 5-Mile Run in Salem (North Shore Thanksgiving Classic) > Event for families in the Boston–Cambridge–Newton area (MA / NH). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Thu, Nov 26 · 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM - Where: Peabody Essex Museum Plaza, 161 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970 - Ages: All ages; youth and masters divisions; spectator-friendly historic downtown sidewalks - Price: $35 early registration ($40 race week); proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem youth programs - Organizer: Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem - Official page: https://runwildturkey.com/ - Last checked: Wed, Nov 4 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/boston/activities/wild-turkey-5-mile-run-in-salem-north-shore-thanksgiving-classic--listing-86c7a20cf70ae929d54f8885 ## About Spend Thanksgiving morning exploring the historic streets and seaside architecture of Salem at the Wild Turkey 5-Mile Run. Starting outside the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) along the pedestrian Essex Street walkway, the scenic North Shore course guides more than 2,000 runners past the Salem Common, historic maritime wharves, and picturesque historic districts before circling back for a festive finish. Organized by and benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem, this race is known for outstanding community spirit, post-race holiday treats, and long-sleeve commemorative shirts. 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