The Stratford Turkey Day Trot is a running event held on November 26, 2026, in Stratford, Connecticut, offering a 200-yard race and a 5K. The event starts at 8:05 AM from 2422 Main Street. Entry fees range from free to $45.00, making it accessible to runners of various budgets. This Thanksgiving Day race provides options for different ability levels and ages, from shorter sprint distances to the standard 5K distance. Whether you're looking for a casual holiday run or a more competitive 5K effort, the Turkey Day Trot accommodates both. If you're traveling to Stratford for the race, you'll want accommodations within easy reach of the downtown Main Street location for an early morning start.
From the Race Organizer
WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US IN CELEBRATING OUR 24th YEAR OUR START/FINISH- ON MAIN ST IS IN FRONT OF THE THEATRE- We have a second chip mat to have a 'net' time from both sides of the road. SHIRT ALERT- we will have a long sleeve shirt - the size guarantee ends 11/8 WE ORDER THEM on NOV 9 TO INSURE INVENTORY. This isn't Amazon! With tariffs, inflation & other uncertainties we may not have any leftover after that. Do not get shut out- reg. ASAP ____________________________________________________________ The Stratford Turkey Day Trot has become one of the largest of its kind in the area. From its humble start in Stratford Center 23 years ago with under 100 people, our event has grown to average over 800 people each year. Our charity event is successful and safe thanks to the tremendous support & cooperation from the Stratford Police, EMS, Public Works & Fire Departments. REGISTER NOW & AVOID PRE-THANKSGIVING STRESS- you'll have enough later! 6/14 - 7/12 THE LOWEST FEES! $34 ages 19 & over $27 ages 18 & under 7/13- 9/13 $39 / $27 9/14-11/20 $41 / $27 Remember Shirt size guarantee ends 11/8 11/21-11/26 $45 / $30 If not sold out & online only- use your device! No paper entries/ no cash/ no way. Pickup shirts & bibs EARLY at Riverview Bistro on Ferry Blvd in Stratford YES YOU CAN PICK UP FOR OTHERS- AND VIS VERSA! We encourage early pickup. AND the first 500 to pickup will receive Thanksgiving Themed Socks! Location and times subject to change- watch this site and we will send alerts to the pre-reg. Tuesday Nov 24 2-7pm W e can not arrive before/stay after. Wednesday Nov 25 12-5pm THURSDAY Nov 26 PICKUP 7am- 8:10 am sharp ! At our race site- downtown Stratford at the Masonic Auditorium 2422 Main St. WE CLOSE REGISTRATION AT 1000 PARTICIPANTS. DON'T GET SHUT OUT! POST PARTY- AT THE FINISH LINE !! CIBUS DOS - Will be open 7am- 11am serving - Breakfast Sandwich, Empanadas, Burritos AND a Mimosa TOWER for $19. The bar will be open! PREGAME - Also on that block is featuring a bevy of specials: $4 drafts, $6 margaritas, $10 bloodies AND Apple Cider mules, $6 Irish Car Bombs $12 Espresso Martinis, $25 unlimited Mimosas/Bellinis, $1 wings (not turkey!) JOINING US AGAIN THIS YEAR- HEFFER also at the finish. https://gottahaveheffer.com/ Discount code HeffTrot for 20% off! RACE DAY MENU - 8am-10:30am last year they had great stuff (see below). This year a new menu soon. BREAKFAST BISCUIT, S AUSAGE CHEDDAR MUFFIN , T URKEY CHILI , APPLE CINNAMON YOGURT PARFAIT , COWBOY COFFEE , HOT APPLE CIDER FRENCHIES COFFEE CAFE ! - behind the theatre with great specialty coffee, hot drinks, pastries, breakfast and baked goods. 10% off with your bib. It's open 7:30am-12 in Colonial square behind the start/finish area. OUR FLAT 5K COURSE IS VERY FRIENDLY & HAS A COMMON START/FINISH ON MAIN ST. - suitable for all abilities. ***NEW Course map: https://onthegomap.com/s/0e6d09gt Our run/walk takes place on a course that starts in the heart of our downtown center. Start on Main St, turn left on East Broadway, right on Elm St. From there you’ll run through the historic section of town and out on Elm St. The turn around is just before Main St & you’ll pass the water table on the way back. A short loop around the park where the historically famous Shakespeare Theater was llcated (it burned to the ground a few years ago). Then you’re back on the roads you went out & finish line at t he Stratford Theatre on Main St. PLEASE DO NOT GIVE AWAY OR EXCHANGE YOUR BIB WITH SOMEONE! IT REALLY CAUSES HUGE PROBLEMS, MESSES UP EVERYONES’ RESULTS AND DELAYS EMERGENCY RESPONSE! IF A CHANGE IS NEEDED on RACE DAY SEE THE RACE DIRECTOR OR TIMER DURING BIB PICKUP WE CAN MAKE THE CHANGE. If you give/take a bib without letting us know before the start, both parties will be disqualified. We can easily make the change BEFORE race day- email our race director msrunningproductions@yahoo.com PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR BIB IS PINNED ON FRONT - NOT COVERED BY CLOTHING & not folded over. We will have a FREE Kids run prior to the race at 8:05am . Ages 9 & under please. An adult can accompany a child if it helps avoid drama (for either one of you). The “Queen of the Kids” run, the ubiquitous & always vivacious DONNA CRAMOND will again be directing this terrific start to our day! DO NOT MISS HER WARM UP!! PARKING - THE START AND FINISH ARE WITHIN 200 YARDS OF THE STRATFORD RAILROAD STATION where there are hundreds of spaces . There are also spaces available behind the theatre at the finish & across the street behind the restaurants. THERE IS NO PARKING ON THE 5K COURSE- the police will tow. COSTUME CONTEST - The winner receives a $50 gift card from Paradise Pizza! AWARDS : Male & Female Champions are removed from their age groups and given separate awards. Age Group Awards male & female - 1st, 2nd, 3rd for 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ PLEASE PICK UP YOUR AWARD AFTER YOU FINISH. WE GIVE THEM OUT JUST PAST THE FINISH WE WILL NOT HAVE A FORMAL CERE
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When is Stratford Turkey Day Trot 2026 — Stratford, CT?
Stratford Turkey Day Trot 2026 — Stratford, CT takes place on November 26, 2026. The race is held in Stratford, Connecticut.
Where is Stratford Turkey Day Trot 2026 — Stratford, CT held?
Stratford Turkey Day Trot 2026 — Stratford, CT is held at 2422 Main St, in Stratford, Connecticut.
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