Riverside’s Turkey Trot 5K
November 7 @ 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
🦃🏃♀️ LACE UP FOR A TURKEY TROT FOR A GREAT CAUSE! 🍂
New York Flyers is teaming up with The Riverside Church for its first-ever Turkey Trot 5K on Randall’s Island! 🌉
Join us for a fun, family-friendly morning of running, walking, community, and beautiful views of the waterfront and NYC skyline. Whether you’re chasing a PR, taking a leisurely stroll, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s a place for everyone!
🦃 TURKEY TROT 5K
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Randall’s Island Park, NYC
🏃 5K — In-Person & Virtual
🐣 TURKEY DASH
Bring the little ones along for their own chance to join the fun!
🏃 100-yard dash
👧🧒 Ages 2–10
🏅 Every registration includes a race bib and finisher medal!
❤️ RUN FOR A CAUSE
Every registration directly supports The Riverside Church’s Social Services and Food Pantry, helping provide food, emergency assistance, and vital resources to families throughout our community.
So grab your family, friends, and running crew and trot with us for a great cause! 🦃🍁
🏆 ADDITIONAL AWARDS
🏅 Largest Team
💰 Top Fundraising Individual
💰 Top Fundraising Team
🦃 Best Turkey Costume
🏃 THE COURSE
Enjoy a scenic loop around Randall’s Island featuring waterfront and NYC skyline views. The 5K takes runners around the island, with the Turkey Dash taking place near the finish line.
💧 RACE-DAY AMENITIES
- Bag Check: Bring one clear bag for gear. Extra bags may not fit and will be provided if needed.
- Bathrooms: Bathrooms are available throughout the event.
- Hydration: Water and electrolyte drinks will be available on the course and at the finish.
- Post-Race Refreshments: Enjoy water, snacks, and fresh fruit after you cross the finish line.
🚇 GETTING THERE
- Subway: 4/5/6 to 125th Street → M35 bus to Randall’s Island
- Bus: M35 directly onto Randall’s Island
- Citi Bike: Stations near the 125th Street Footbridge and East Harlem
- Walking: Access Randall’s Island via the 125th Street Footbridge
- Parking: Near Icahn Stadium, 10 Central Road, New York, NY 10035
🦃 REGISTER & SAVE $10!
Step 1: Register through RunSignup under the team “NY Flyers” and use code RIVERSIDE to receive $10 off your registration!
👉 https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/RaceGroup-2208997?raceId=191105
Step 2: After registering, mark yourself as “Going” on Heylo so we know you’re joining the NY Flyers crew! 🎉
Come run. Come walk. Come celebrate. Come give back. ❤️
🦃 See you at the Turkey Trot! 🏃♀️🍂
