Trot for Troops 5K or 1Mi Walk 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Beverly, New Jersey
- Entry fee
- From $25
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Nov 7, 20269:00 AM | $25 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 7, 20269:00 AM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $25 until Nov 6.
Online registration closes Nov 6, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 29 percent below a typical 5K in New Jersey, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in New Jersey runs 32:16, about 10:23 a mile, based on 598 races with published results. Women typically finish in 35:02 and men in 29:30.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:34 AM, and the 1 Mile starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 50 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Lafayette Road & York Road, Beverly, NJ 08010
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 7 the day usually runs from 42°F at dawn to 59°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 35°F and hot years reach 72°F.
Based on 70 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- Lafayette Road & York Road, Beverly, NJ 08010Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 50 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 7, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Trot for Troops 5K or 1Mi Walk?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 6, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for New Jersey?
- At $25, entry is about 29 percent below a typical 5K in New Jersey, which costs $35 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K.
- Where does it start?
- Lafayette Road & York Road, Beverly, NJ 08010.
From the organizers
Trot for Troops 5K or 1-Mile Walk
Run. Walk. Remember. Give Thanks.
Lace up your boots and join us on November 7 for the Trot for Troops 5K or 1-Mile Walk—a community event bringing together the spirit of Veterans Day and a little Thanksgiving-season fun!
Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking with family and friends, or simply coming out to support a great cause, everyone is welcome. This event is about more than crossing the finish line. It's an opportunity for our community to come together, give thanks, and recognize the brave men and women who have served our country.