Big Bear Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Big Bear Lake, California
- Price $48.70 - $59.30
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season at the 11th Annual Big Bear Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the picturesque Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino! This festive event welcomes participants of all ages to enjoy a variety of race distances, including a 3-mile fun run or walk, a 6-mile run, and a challenging 9-mile run. The course takes you through a serene Big Bear Lake neighborhood, making it the perfect backdrop for a day of fun and fitness.
Start your day with pre-run yoga before the races kick off at 9:00 AM. Compete for age group awards and join in on the lively costume contest, where creativity and festive spirit are celebrated! Early registration offers fantastic savings, with special rates for youth and locals. Plus, all participants receive a custom shirt, commemorative medal, and race timing. Mark your calendars for this exciting event that not only promotes health and wellness but also supports local food banks and outdoor athletic initiatives! Join us for a memorable Thanksgiving tradition and make lasting memories with family and friends at the Big Bear Turkey Trot!
Start your day with pre-run yoga before the races kick off at 9:00 AM. Compete for age group awards and join in on the lively costume contest, where creativity and festive spirit are celebrated! Early registration offers fantastic savings, with special rates for youth and locals. Plus, all participants receive a custom shirt, commemorative medal, and race timing. Mark your calendars for this exciting event that not only promotes health and wellness but also supports local food banks and outdoor athletic initiatives! Join us for a memorable Thanksgiving tradition and make lasting memories with family and friends at the Big Bear Turkey Trot!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 11TH ANNUAL BIG BEAR TURKEY TROT! KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY WITH A 3-MILE FUN RUN OR WALK, 6-MILE RUN, OR 9-MILE RUN. A FUN EVENT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. ALL AGES, WALKERS WELCOME! THE COURSE IS A 3 MILE OUT AND BACK THROUGH A QUIET BIG BEAR LAKE NEIGHBORHOOD.
EVENT INFORMATION
SCHEDULE
9:00 AM - 9 Mile Run Start
9:15 AM -6 Mile Run Start
9:25AM - Pre Run Yoga
9:30 AM - 3 Mile Run Start
10:30 AM - Awards & Costume Contest
ENTRY FEES
SIGN UP EARLY & SAVE!
3 MILE (PRICE PLUS FEES AND TAX)
$50 through October 20
$55 October 16-November 18
$60 November 19-21
Nov 27 & 28: Additional $5 per person. _Sign up early and save!_
6 MILE - Add $5 to current 3 MILE pricing ; 9 MILE - Add $10 to current 3 MILE pricing
Special Pricing:
--YOUTH (under 18): $25 any distance through Nov 26; $35 on Nov 27 & 28
--LOCAL (must show ID at bib pickup): $5 OFF per person through November 26.
Adults: Registration after 11/26 adds $5 per person. Sign-up early and save!
***There are no refunds for any reason.***
WHAT YOU GET
--Custom shirt
--Commemorative medal
--Custom Bib
--Race Timing
--Eligible for age group awards and costume contest prizes
PACKET PICKUP OPTIONS
#1 - Monday - Wednesday, November 25 - 27, 4-7PM
LOCATION: The Yellow Post, 546 Pine Knot Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 [https://www.google.com/maps/dir//Big+Bear+Visitors+Center,+40824+Big+Bear+Blvd,+Big+Bear+Lake,+CA+92315/@34.2441763,-116.9112317,15z/data=!4m9!4m8!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x80c4b396642e589f:0x37d60bf2f5d555d3!2m2!1d-116.9113196!2d34.2441768!3e0]
#2 - Thursday, November 28 at the Event Site (Meadow Park), starting at 8AM
LOCATION: Meadow Park, 41220 Park Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ski+Beach+Park/@34.2473596,-116.9038925,17z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x80c4b38d741fec0f:0xf9340c6a483660e5!8m2!3d34.2471487!4d-116.9012838]
CATEGORIES
Awards for 3 Mile Top 3 male and female overall and in these age groups. 6 and 9 mile overall and age group winners.
12 & under
13-17
18-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
DRESS YOUR BEST. WIN PRIZES IN OUR COSTUME CONTEST!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
* Shirt sizes are chosen upon registration and guaranteed if you register by Oct 22
* Children under age 5 participate for FREE, but parents or guardians must sign a waiver. Only paid entries receive a shirt, medal, bib, prizes, etc.
* No refunds or transfers
* The course closes for all participants at 11:00 AM
* See our FAQ [https://www.bigbearturkeytrot.com/faq.html]page for more information
The Big Bear Turkey Trot is proud to be a signature event for Open Air Big Bear, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Proceeds from this event support local food banks and outdoor athletic events.
THANK YOU SPONSORS!
BEAR VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH DISTRICT
CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE
VISIT BIG BEAR
BIG BEAR VACATIONS
EVENT INFORMATION
SCHEDULE
9:00 AM - 9 Mile Run Start
9:15 AM -6 Mile Run Start
9:25AM - Pre Run Yoga
9:30 AM - 3 Mile Run Start
10:30 AM - Awards & Costume Contest
ENTRY FEES
SIGN UP EARLY & SAVE!
3 MILE (PRICE PLUS FEES AND TAX)
$50 through October 20
$55 October 16-November 18
$60 November 19-21
Nov 27 & 28: Additional $5 per person. _Sign up early and save!_
6 MILE - Add $5 to current 3 MILE pricing ; 9 MILE - Add $10 to current 3 MILE pricing
Special Pricing:
--YOUTH (under 18): $25 any distance through Nov 26; $35 on Nov 27 & 28
--LOCAL (must show ID at bib pickup): $5 OFF per person through November 26.
Adults: Registration after 11/26 adds $5 per person. Sign-up early and save!
***There are no refunds for any reason.***
WHAT YOU GET
--Custom shirt
--Commemorative medal
--Custom Bib
--Race Timing
--Eligible for age group awards and costume contest prizes
PACKET PICKUP OPTIONS
#1 - Monday - Wednesday, November 25 - 27, 4-7PM
LOCATION: The Yellow Post, 546 Pine Knot Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 [https://www.google.com/maps/dir//Big+Bear+Visitors+Center,+40824+Big+Bear+Blvd,+Big+Bear+Lake,+CA+92315/@34.2441763,-116.9112317,15z/data=!4m9!4m8!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x80c4b396642e589f:0x37d60bf2f5d555d3!2m2!1d-116.9113196!2d34.2441768!3e0]
#2 - Thursday, November 28 at the Event Site (Meadow Park), starting at 8AM
LOCATION: Meadow Park, 41220 Park Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ski+Beach+Park/@34.2473596,-116.9038925,17z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x80c4b38d741fec0f:0xf9340c6a483660e5!8m2!3d34.2471487!4d-116.9012838]
CATEGORIES
Awards for 3 Mile Top 3 male and female overall and in these age groups. 6 and 9 mile overall and age group winners.
12 & under
13-17
18-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
DRESS YOUR BEST. WIN PRIZES IN OUR COSTUME CONTEST!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
* Shirt sizes are chosen upon registration and guaranteed if you register by Oct 22
* Children under age 5 participate for FREE, but parents or guardians must sign a waiver. Only paid entries receive a shirt, medal, bib, prizes, etc.
* No refunds or transfers
* The course closes for all participants at 11:00 AM
* See our FAQ [https://www.bigbearturkeytrot.com/faq.html]page for more information
The Big Bear Turkey Trot is proud to be a signature event for Open Air Big Bear, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Proceeds from this event support local food banks and outdoor athletic events.
THANK YOU SPONSORS!
BEAR VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH DISTRICT
CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE
VISIT BIG BEAR
BIG BEAR VACATIONS
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