2026 Northumberland Turkey Trot

The Northumberland Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving Monday tradition in Cobourg, bringing together runners, walkers, kids, and families for a community-focused morning. The 2026 edition takes place at Cobourg YMCA, with event proceeds supporting the YMCA Strong Communities Campaign.

The day includes a free Gobble Wobble for children 4 and under, the Wing Ding 1K Kids Fun Run, and timed 2.5K and 5K events. There’s also a Choose Your Own Adventure option for people who want to take part on their own terms.

It has a distinctly local feel, with costumes encouraged, a Golden Drumstick award for turkey spirit, and a schedule built around a relaxed fall race-day rhythm. If you’re looking for more events like it, see Cross Country races in Cobourg.

Start and finish are at the Cobourg YMCA at 339 Elgin St W. The route heads through Cobourg Conservation Area, with most of the course on grass and some uneven ground and small rolling hills.

The 5K uses a double loop of the 2.5K course. Dogs are not permitted on the course during the running events, and strollers are asked to stay off course.

• Supports the YMCA Strong Communities Campaign
• Free Gobble Wobble for children 4 and under
• Wing Ding 1K Kids Fun Run is untimed
• The Gobbler 2.5K Run/Walk and 5K Run are timed events
• 5K follows a double loop of the 2.5K course
• Golden Drumstick Award recognises costume and turkey spirit
• Course runs through Cobourg Conservation Area with mostly grass and small rolling hills