Big Bear Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 9:30AM PST
- Location Big Bear Lake, California
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for a festive and fun-filled experience at the 12th Annual Big Bear Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, 2026! Set in the picturesque Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino, this exciting event features a refreshing 3-mile run that winds through the scenic Moonridge Corridor. Participants will enjoy a new route, including the beautiful Rathbun Creek Trail and a unique lap through the Moonridge Zoo, making it an unforgettable experience for runners of all ages.
The day kicks off at 8:00 AM with registration and check-in, followed by a delightful holiday warm-up yoga session at 9:25 AM. The Turkey Trot race starts at 9:30 AM, and afterward, everyone is invited to the Danksgiving Party, featuring live holiday music and adult beverages starting at 10:00 AM. With a lively costume contest, awards, and the chance to create lasting memories, this event is more than just a race—it's a celebration of community, laughter, and holiday spirit. Join us for an unforgettable day of fitness, fun, and festivities!
The day kicks off at 8:00 AM with registration and check-in, followed by a delightful holiday warm-up yoga session at 9:25 AM. The Turkey Trot race starts at 9:30 AM, and afterward, everyone is invited to the Danksgiving Party, featuring live holiday music and adult beverages starting at 10:00 AM. With a lively costume contest, awards, and the chance to create lasting memories, this event is more than just a race—it's a celebration of community, laughter, and holiday spirit. Join us for an unforgettable day of fitness, fun, and festivities!
Organiser's Description
THE 12TH ANNUAL BIG BEAR TURKEY TROT
SPARKLES WHATS NEW THIS YEAR
A NEW HOME IN THE MOONRIDGE CORRIDOR, STARTING AND FINISHING AT DANK DONUTS.
A FRESH ROUTE INCLUING THE NEW RATHBUN CREEK TRAIL, AND A MEMORABLE LAP THROUGH THE MOONRIDGE ZOO .
A PAVED 3-MILE RUN THROUGH THE PINES THATS APPROACHABLE FOR EVERYONE!
DANKSGIVING CELEBRATION PARTY AT THE FINISH LINE FEATURING LIVE HOLIDAY MUSIC AND ADULT BEVERAGES
EVENT SCHEDULE
8:00 AM - REGISTRATION & CHECK-IN OPENS
9:25 AM - HOLIDAY WARMUP YOGA WITH COLIN SCHOUR
9:30 AM - 3-MILE TURKEY TROT
10:00 AM - DANKSGIVING PARTY WITH LIVE MUSIC & ADULT BEVERAGES
10:30 AM - AWARDS & COSTUME CONTEST
REGISTRATION
ADULTS: $40
YOUTH (UNDER 18): $25
KIDS RUN: FREE
LOCALS: $5 DISCOUNT WITH ID AT PACKET PICKUP
NO REFUNDS (RAIN, SHINE, OR SNOWITS ALL PART OF THE FUN).
INCLUDED WITH ENTRY:
A HOLIDAY FINISHER ORNAMENT
A LIGHTHEARTED YOGA WARM-UP
A LIVELY COSTUME CONTEST
RACE TIMING AND AWARDS ELIGIBILITY _(ELITE WAVE START AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO'S COSTUME IS CONSIDERED WORTHY). _
THE DANKSGIVING PARTY AT THE FINISH LINE
PACKET PICKUP
MONDAY, NOV 24 WEDNESDAY, NOV 26 (47 PM): THE YELLOW POST, 546 PINE KNOT BLVD
RACE MORNING, NOV 27 (89 AM): DANK DONUTS, 42612 MOONRIDGE RD BIG BEAR LAKE, CA
FAQS
STROLLERS & KIDS? STROLLERS ARE WELCOME, AND THE KIDS UNDER 5 ARE FREE.
REFUNDS? NOPE. THE TURKEY TROT HAPPENS IN ANY WEATHER.
LOCAL DISCOUNT? SHOW ID FOR $5 OFF.
WHATS INCLUDED? ORNAMENTS, YOGA, PIE, COSTUMES, MUSIC, AND MEMORIES.
CLOSING NOTE
THE BIG BEAR TURKEY TROT HAS ALWAYS BEEN ABOUT MORE THAN MILESITS A MORNING OF LAUGHTER, COSTUMES, PIE, AND COMMUNITY. THIS YEAR, WELL GATHER IN MOONRIDGE, RUN THE TRAIL, VISIT THE ZOO, AND THEN CELEBRATE TOGETHER AT DANKSGIVING. WELL SEE YOU OUT THERE. SPARKLES
SPARKLES WHATS NEW THIS YEAR
A NEW HOME IN THE MOONRIDGE CORRIDOR, STARTING AND FINISHING AT DANK DONUTS.
A FRESH ROUTE INCLUING THE NEW RATHBUN CREEK TRAIL, AND A MEMORABLE LAP THROUGH THE MOONRIDGE ZOO .
A PAVED 3-MILE RUN THROUGH THE PINES THATS APPROACHABLE FOR EVERYONE!
DANKSGIVING CELEBRATION PARTY AT THE FINISH LINE FEATURING LIVE HOLIDAY MUSIC AND ADULT BEVERAGES
EVENT SCHEDULE
8:00 AM - REGISTRATION & CHECK-IN OPENS
9:25 AM - HOLIDAY WARMUP YOGA WITH COLIN SCHOUR
9:30 AM - 3-MILE TURKEY TROT
10:00 AM - DANKSGIVING PARTY WITH LIVE MUSIC & ADULT BEVERAGES
10:30 AM - AWARDS & COSTUME CONTEST
REGISTRATION
ADULTS: $40
YOUTH (UNDER 18): $25
KIDS RUN: FREE
LOCALS: $5 DISCOUNT WITH ID AT PACKET PICKUP
NO REFUNDS (RAIN, SHINE, OR SNOWITS ALL PART OF THE FUN).
INCLUDED WITH ENTRY:
A HOLIDAY FINISHER ORNAMENT
A LIGHTHEARTED YOGA WARM-UP
A LIVELY COSTUME CONTEST
RACE TIMING AND AWARDS ELIGIBILITY _(ELITE WAVE START AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO'S COSTUME IS CONSIDERED WORTHY). _
THE DANKSGIVING PARTY AT THE FINISH LINE
PACKET PICKUP
MONDAY, NOV 24 WEDNESDAY, NOV 26 (47 PM): THE YELLOW POST, 546 PINE KNOT BLVD
RACE MORNING, NOV 27 (89 AM): DANK DONUTS, 42612 MOONRIDGE RD BIG BEAR LAKE, CA
FAQS
STROLLERS & KIDS? STROLLERS ARE WELCOME, AND THE KIDS UNDER 5 ARE FREE.
REFUNDS? NOPE. THE TURKEY TROT HAPPENS IN ANY WEATHER.
LOCAL DISCOUNT? SHOW ID FOR $5 OFF.
WHATS INCLUDED? ORNAMENTS, YOGA, PIE, COSTUMES, MUSIC, AND MEMORIES.
CLOSING NOTE
THE BIG BEAR TURKEY TROT HAS ALWAYS BEEN ABOUT MORE THAN MILESITS A MORNING OF LAUGHTER, COSTUMES, PIE, AND COMMUNITY. THIS YEAR, WELL GATHER IN MOONRIDGE, RUN THE TRAIL, VISIT THE ZOO, AND THEN CELEBRATE TOGETHER AT DANKSGIVING. WELL SEE YOU OUT THERE. SPARKLES
Races
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3 Miles
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:30AM PST)
$43.40
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