# Bellmore Merrick Turkey Trot 5K and Free Kids Fun Run

> Event for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 9:30 AM
- Where: Mepham High School, 2401 Camp Ave, Bellmore, NY 11710
- Ages: Free 1/4-mile kids run
- Price: Kids fun run free; 5K $33.80–$44.15
- Organizer: Bellmore Merrick Turkey Trot
- Official page: https://events.elitefeats.com/26bellmore5k
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A Thanksgiving 5K from the Mepham High School front parking lot benefiting the North Merrick Fire Department. A free kids quarter-mile fun run starts at 9:30 am and the 5K at 10:00 am, rain or shine.

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