50th Annual Ray Barbuti Turkey Trot – Thanksgiving Day

The Morris Memorial Association will host the 50th Annual Ray Barbuti Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning in the Village of Chatham. This community tradition features a 1-mile youth run/walk and a 5K race.

5K Course Map: View the 5K Race Route

Race Schedule:

  • 1-Mile Run/Walk: 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

  • 5K Run/Walk: 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Both races begin in front of the Morris Memorial.

Registration & Community Support

  • 8:30am – Day-of registration opens

  • Registration is free for participants ages 12 and under.

  • Participants ages 13 and older: $15 to benefit Morris Memorial’s youth programs. ($20 for day-of registrations)

Participants are also encouraged to bring nonperishable food items, which will be donated to the Chatham Area Silent Food Pantry.

Traffic Advisory

Park Row will be closed to through traffic from 8:30 am - 11:30 am. The races will take place on several Village streets, including Kinderhook Street, Main Street, Pond Hill Road, Shore Road, Eaton Avenue, and Woodbridge Avenue.

Motorists should anticipate runners and walkers along the routes and possible brief traffic delays between 9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Please use caution when traveling through the area. Chatham Police Department will be located at intersections to ensure safety for all participants and onlookers

For More Information:

Morris Memorial Association
Phone: (518) 965-8413
Email: Morrismemorial12037@gmail.com

Website: https://www.morrismemorial.com/annual-events/turkey-trot/

Join the community in celebrating 50 years of this Thanksgiving tradition!

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