Turkey Trot 2026
November 26, 2026. 8-10am. Registration opens August 1.
Run, Walk or Roll this fall harvest season with Northeast Community Center’s Turkey Trot! We are bringing Community Forward this year as we celebrate our love for movement together in the beautiful PNW fall weather. This 5k will loop from Northeast Community Center around the Grant Park Track and back to the center where we will gather at the finish. Bring family, friends (furry ones stay at home) and neighbors, as we share laughs, memories, and a great workout together!
Our theme this year is Community Forward as we move forward together, onward and upward. 10% of the proceeds go to our TCF program, Northeast Community Center’s financial aid program.
Pre-registration required. Early registration ends November 8, and registration closes for the event at 7:30am November 26.
Member Pricing: $25/ person. Starting November 9, $35/person
Non-Member Pricing: $35/ person. Starting November 9, $45/person
All ages, kids under 5 years old are free. Folks under the age of 13 must be with an adult.
We will take off at three different starting times. Runners first at 8:15, walkers and families second at 8:30, and rollers third at 9am. This includes strollers. *details below
The mission of Northeast Community Center is to build and support a thriving and resilient intergenerational community in NE Portland. Guided by our values, the NECC provides physical space and community-responsive programs that promote well-being, foster relationships, empower individuals, and center equity.
*Runners start at 8:15 am: For folks moving at a consistent run or jog, averaging a 10-11 minute mile who are comfortable pacing with surround participants. Kids age 10+ may run in this category if they are with an adult and keep pace with the larger group.
Walkers and Families start at 8:30 am: For groups who want to stay together, like families, who can keep a consistent, focused pace and walkers with a steady stride. This group should average about 15-20 minute miles.
Rollers start at 9 am: For folks on wheels; wheelchairs and rolling walkers, scooters, strollers, wagons, skates, rollerblades and skateboards. This group will have time variations: some will move at a slower pace and some will move quickly. Rollers is also for folks who need to take short breaks over the route or may have variations in movement consistency.
If you are interested in volunteering for the event please contact Alissa at fitness@necommunitycenter.org
Kickoff & Training Activities
0-5K CLINIC
When: Saturday, August 22. 10:45-12:45pm
Fees: Free to Members
Instructor: Alissa
Not a runner, but curious? Taken time off from running, and want a return to run program? This workshop is for you!
We will run through a series of warm up and cool down stretches, strength and flexibility training specific to running, postures and foot strikes, and breath work. Handouts and descriptions of a 10 week progression to prepare to run the 3.1 mile (5k) Turkey Trot. This clinic is 15 weeks before the Turkey Trot; perfect timing to begin running– even if you have never been a runner! This clinic is also beneficial for consistent fast paced walking.
If you are a member that would like to sign up click here!
NECC Run Club
When: Starts Saturday, July 18. 10-11am. Meet in the lobby of NECC, outdoor run. Group meets 1x week.
Fees: Free to Members.
Instructor: Member Led
Gearing up together for the Turkey Trot on November 26, 2026
NECC Run Club gives members the opportunity to meet and run the Turkey Trot route weekly on Saturdays, from NECC to Grant Park and back. This route is 3.1 miles (5k) and folks can walk, run, or roll.
NECC Run Club begins one week following our 0-5k workshop. Work together to build runs from mid July until our big event at the end of November. Running with friends is a great way to stay dedicated, have fun, and start your Saturdays outside doing something healthy.
This is a member led crew, your participation drives our momentum! There is an option to meet earlier in the heat of the summer, determined by the Club. The NECC Run Club Crew will have a special role with the Turkey Trot as they will be very familiar with the route. Come join the fun!