November 14, 2024 By Carol Britton Meyer
Runners from Hingham and other communities are invited to kick off the long holiday weekend by joining the annual Hingham Turkey Trot 5K – considered to be the biggest Thanksgiving Day race on the South Shore – starting at 7:30 a.m. from Hingham High School on Nov. 28.
For many, participating in this popular event has become a tradition and a great way to work up an appetite for turkey and all the fixings later in the day.
The event is dedicated to providing a “fast, fun, and fulfilling” Thanksgiving Day road race to benefit the HHS boys and girls cross-country and track and field programs.
Race proceeds go to the Hingham High School XC/Track Boosters to provide assistance with expenses — including coaches salaries, track meet timing, additional equipment, and more.
Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers overall as well as to the top three male and female finishers in each age group.
A large turnout is expected. Walkers are also encouraged to participate.
Volunteers are welcome — to help out before, during, or after the race or by contributing sustenance for the runners.
For further details, to view the course map, make a donation, or register, go to www.hinghamturkeytrot.com.
An additional $5 will be charged for all registrants who enter on or after Nov. 27.