The Sparta Education Foundation Turkey Trot, presented by Krogh's. Join us November 26th to celebrate the 20th Annual running of the Sparta Education Foundation Turkey Trot, presented by Krogh's. When you participate in the Turkey Trot, you support innovative educational grants made by the Sparta Education Foundation, whose mission is to promote educational excellence in Sparta Township’s public schools. NEW THIS YEAR! For the 20th Anniversary, adult T-Shirts will be long-sleeved! Make sure to register early and secure your size for our commemorative shirts! Our race results will be on Chip time (not gun time!) We heard your feedback, and are excited to offer more accurate results this year! Last but not least, we’re going goody-bag free! Less stuff, less waste, and more time to enjoy the morning with your fellow trotters. This event is a 5K Run/Walk and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk. Awards will be given to finishers by age group (see below), including youth age group medals. All participants receive a t-shirt, while supplies last. Awards for the top three (3) Male, Female and Non-Binary finishers Overall followed by the Top three (3) Male, Female, Non-Binary in the following Age categories: 5 and under, 6-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, and so on until 80+ The course is an out-and-back USATF-certified course starting and ending at Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza, Sparta, NJ 07871. The Turkey Trot is a charity event for the Sparta Education Foundation; your support of the helps to fuel our mission. There will be no refunds if this event is canceled due to reasons beyond our control .
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When is The Sparta Education Foundation Turkey Trot, presented by Krogh’s 2026 — Sparta, NJ?
The Sparta Education Foundation Turkey Trot, presented by Krogh’s 2026 — Sparta, NJ takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Sparta, New Jersey.
Where is The Sparta Education Foundation Turkey Trot, presented by Krogh’s 2026 — Sparta, NJ held?
The Sparta Education Foundation Turkey Trot, presented by Krogh’s 2026 — Sparta, NJ is held at 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, New Jersey.
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