# Somerville 5K Turkey Trot

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

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 9:00 AM
- Where: Engine Company, Somerville, 170 E Main St, Somerville, NJ 08876
- Ages: All ages; kids' pricing
- Price: $40; ages 5–10 $25; ages 0–4 free
- Organizer: Somerville Recreation
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Somerville/Somerville5KTurkeyTrot
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Somerville's family-friendly Thanksgiving 5K starts at 9:00 am from the Engine Company on East Main Street. Strollers are allowed at the back of the pack, and proceeds support Somerville Recreation programs.

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