# Trot the Manor — Thanksgiving Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run, Chatham

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

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 8:30 AM
- Where: Corner of Jackson & Rowan Rd, Chatham Borough, Jackson Ave & Rowan Rd, Chatham, NJ 07928
- Ages: All ages; 1-mile fun run
- Price: 1-mile fun run $20; 5K $25
- Organizer: Trot the Manor
- Official page: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Chatham/TrottheManor
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

The 15th annual Trot the Manor in Chatham Borough starts with a 1-mile fun run at 8:30 am and a 5K at 9:00 am, with check-in and breakfast from 7:30 am. Proceeds go to the Chatham Borough Volunteer Fire Department and Chatham Volunteer EMS; the first 500 registrants get a shirt.

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