Here are the family friendly Turkey Trots in Orange County on Thanksgiving Day. Plus, for those who are looking to get a head start on Thanksgiving below are many more races throughout November. So before chowing down on mashed potatoes, gravy, turkey and pumpkin pie get the family out for a good ol’ fashion Turkey Trot. Yes, it’s a tradition as the first known Turkey Trot started in 1916.
Plymouth Rock ‘n’ Run 5K/10k/10 Mi/Kids Run/ Tot Trot
Where: Yorba Regional Park
Address: 7600 E. La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807
Starts: 10K and 10 Mile – 7:00 AM; 5K (timed & untimed) – 8:00 AM; kids 1K fun run (untimed) – 9:00 AM; 9:15 — 100 yd tot trot.
When: No event currently scheduled
Registration Cost: $20 – $65, varies by event and date of registration; Register dogs for $10 and get a bandana and entry into cutest dog contest
About: This North Orange County turkey trot takes place at Yorba Regional Park and has a 5k, 10k, 10 mile, Kids Fun Run and a dog contest. Free parking for all race participants is available inside Yorba Regional Park starting at 6:00 AM. Both the 5k and the 10k courses are USA Track and Field (USATF) certified. Plymouth Rock ‘n’ Run is hosted by ResearchforCure, a 501(c)(3) charity that supports spinal cord injury research at the Reeve-Irvine Research Center (RIRC) at UC Irvine.
Angel Stadium Turkey Trot
Where: Angel Stadium
Address: 2000 E Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA US 92806
Starts: 6:30AM – 11:00AM
When: TBA
Registration Cost: Starts at $35 for 5k and $30 for 1 mile fun run; Prices increase as event nears.
About: The Run Anaheim Turkey Trot 5K at Angel Stadium is a family friendly event that has something for everyone. Choose your own course tactics: Run fast, jog, trot, walk, or enjoy a nice stroll on this flat scenic course. You’re welcome to come dressed in a theme or in running attire.
Turkey Trot 5K OC
Where: Village of Hope Tustin
Address: 1 Hope Drive, Tustin, California 92782
Starts: 8:00 AM
When: Thursday, November 24, 2022
Registration Cost: $30 or more to donate hot meals
About: The Turkey Trot goes through the Orange County Sheriff’s Department and by Tustin Marine Base with up-close and personal views of the hangars. Pets and strollers are allowed and costumes are encouraged. This event is hosted by the Orange County Rescue Mission.
Orange County Turkey Trot
Where: Irvine Valley College
Address: 5500 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618
When: Thursday, November 24, 2022
Starts: Staggered starts to maintain social distancing between 6:30 and 9:00
Registration Cost: $38 5k; $28 Gobble Wobble Kids Dash; $45 Virtual run
About: This is a family friendly event that has something for everyone. Choose your own course tactics: Run fast, jog, trot, walk, or enjoy a nice stroll on this flat scenic course. Costume or running attire is welcome. Bikes and strollers are okay for the kids. Gobble Wobble events include a Diaper Dash, Tot Trot and Youth Races (1/4 & 1/2 mile).
Dana Point Turkey Trot 5k/10k
Where: Dana Point Harbor
Address: Golden Lantern & Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point, CA 92629
When: Thursday, November 24, 2022
Starts: 7AM 10K; 8:30 & 9:30 5K; 1Mile 10:15
Registration Cost: $17 and up
About: Bring your family and friends to wobble before you gobble. This is a flat, scenic race featuring a 10k, 5k and Kids Gobble Wobble. Participants will receive a shirt and medal.
Huntington Beach Turkey Wobble
Where: Huntington Beach
Address: Entrance to the event is at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Beach Boulevard
When: November 24, 2022
Starts: 7:00 am to 9:40; Races are in waves with many start times
Registration Cost: $25-$40 (adults); $20 (kids)
About: The 1K, 5K and 10K routes are flat, out and back. Enjoy the pounding surf and cool ocean breeze while traveling under the historic Huntington Beach Pier, the outdoor Surf Museum, and the charming Main St. of Surf City, USA. The start/finish line will be on the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Beach Boulevard on the sand of the multipurpose path.
Turkey Trot on the Ranch
Where: Canyon House/Sendero Fields
Addresses: Sendero Field, 29201 Ortega Highway, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694
The Canyon House, 75 Esencia Drive, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA 92694
When: Thursday, November 24, 2022
Starts: 7AM – 12PM
Registration Cost: $15 – $45 based on event, age and date of registration
About: This family-friendly race features a 10K, 5K and 1K Little Gobbler’s run in the majestic topography of Rancho Mission Viejo. Proceeds from the race will benefit The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo connecting Orange County residents to nature through school programs, on-site education and recreation. The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo, is a growing habitat Reserve located on historic Rancho Mission Viejo.
Pre-Thanksgiving Races, Runs, Trots
OC Pumpkin Run 5k
Where: North Justice Center – Superior Court of California
Address: 1275 N Berkeley Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832
When: TBA
Starts: 5K start: 7:30 am; Awards at the Courthouse 8:30 am
Registration Cost: $45 for One (1) Runner; $120 for a Group of Four (4) (savings of $15 per runner)
About: If you’re free of any arrest warrants come to the North Justice Center for a family-friendly, costume run on the Fullerton Trails. Book donations will be collected on race day, so bring your favorite children’s book if you would like to contribute. There will be Runners Finish & Walk to Cooldown Area with food, music, & games at Fullerton High School Stadium.
Dino Dash XXX
Where: Tustin Market Place
Address: 2771 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA 92780
When: TBA
Starts: 7AM
Registration Cost: $25 for individuals, $80 for groups
About: Run and walk for Education Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and 2K runs. Dino Dash brings together 10,000 people of all ages for a jam-packed morning of fitness and fun. The event raises thousands of dollars to benefit TUSD schools in Irvine, Santa Ana, North Tustin and Tustin.
Giving Thanks (HB) 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Where: Huntington Beach
Address: Virtual
When: 11/23 – 11/30
Starts: Choose your start
Registration Cost: $19.99 all distances
About: This is a small informal fun run type of event no more then 150 at the most. Official results will be posted. All the participants will have their results posted with their names and times. And FREE pictures for everyone posted on our facebook page after the event. Participants are not allowed to run with dogs. Running/walking with a stroller is allowed.
Turkeys on Trails
Where: Irvine Regional Park
Address: 1 Irvine Park Rd., Orange, CA 92869
When: No event scheduled
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About: Get a jump start on working off that Thanksgiving Day dinner with Turkeys on Trails with a run on the trails of Irvine Regional Park and Santiago Oaks Regional Park. Both courses are on trails and the 10K has some tough, hilly, technical sections. Top 3 overall men and women in the 5K and 10K receive special awards and prizes. Strollers are not permitted on this course
Olive Crest 5K
Where: Carbon Canyon Regional Park
Address: 4442 Carbon Canyon Rd., Brea, CA 92823
When: No event scheduled
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About: Come out with the whole family for a morning of fun at Carbon Canyon Regional Park. Free kids zone and free half mile run for kids ages 4 to 11.
Saddleback College Veterans 5K
Where: Saddleback College
Address: 28000 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
When: No event scheduled
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About: The 5K is a fun run/ walk event for families and individuals to enjoy. Walk, jog or run through the scenic course through Saddleback College and Veterans Memorial. Professional timing, results and age division awards for those “in it to win it”. Families can bring strollers, but agree to use at own risk. Walkers and Strollers, please position at the back of the pack at the start.
Veterans Day 5K, 10K, 15K, Half Marathon
Where: Virtual Only
Address:
When: Virtual
Start: The Month Of November
Registration Cost: $19.99 for all distances
About: This is a fun run that is clock timed (not chip timed). This is a small informal event with about 100-150 participants. All the participants will have their results posted with their names and times. Free pictures posted on Facebook after the event. Paces and crew welcome any time. There are numerous water fountains and restrooms along the course.
Terrain Race
Where: Oak Canyon Park
Address: 5305 Santiago Canyon Road, Silverado, CA 92676
When: TBA
Start: 8:00AM
Registration Cost: $0
About: Crawl over obstacles and through mud pits at Oak Canyon Park. Conquer over 15 obstacles with friends for the race of your life. Expect about 3 miles of mud, walls, ropes, monkey bars, and 15+ other examples.
Post-Thanksgiving Day Races, Runs, Trots
Turkey Trot (HB) 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Where: Huntington Beach
Address: Warner Ave and PCH, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
When: No event scheduled
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About: This is a small informal type of race with approximately 150 participants at the most. Official results will be posted. All the participants will have results posted with their names and times. FREE pictures for everyone will be posted on the Facebook page after the event. Participants are not allowed to run with dogs. Running/walking with a stroller is allowed.
Cornucopia 5K Run
Where: Huntington Beach Central Park
Address: Near the Kathy May’s Lakeview Cafe (6622 Lakeview Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
When: No event currently scheduled
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About: This run is put on by Orange Coast Musical Arts (OCMA). Participants run to raise money to cover musical instruments and tuition scholarships for local students. The 5K’s beginner-friendly race weaves a route through Huntington Beach Central Park, and after taking in the scenery, runners cross the finish line, where organizers hand out medals to top finishers by age and gender.
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