ORRC Turkey Trot at The Zoo
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 7:30AM PST
- Location Portland, Oregon
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic family tradition at the ORRC Turkey Trot at The Zoo! Taking place on Thursday, November 26th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Portland, Multnomah, this lively event invites participants of all ages and abilities to enjoy a scenic 5K run and walk. The untimed out-and-back course begins at The Oregon Zoo, winding through beautiful landmarks like the International Rose Garden before concluding at the Elephant Plaza.
In addition to the main event, the Turkey Trot features delightful activities for the little ones, including the Tot Trot for children aged 0-4 and the Gobble Gallop for kids between 5 and 10 years old. Every participant will receive a cozy beanie hat and a delicious chocolate turkey, with all finishers earning a shiny medal to commemorate their achievement. With a cap of 2,200 participants for non-ORRC members, be sure to register by the deadline of November 19th, 2026, to secure your spot in this exhilarating celebration of community and fitness. Don't miss out on an unforgettable day filled with fun, exercise, and family bonding at the Oregon Zoo!
In addition to the main event, the Turkey Trot features delightful activities for the little ones, including the Tot Trot for children aged 0-4 and the Gobble Gallop for kids between 5 and 10 years old. Every participant will receive a cozy beanie hat and a delicious chocolate turkey, with all finishers earning a shiny medal to commemorate their achievement. With a cap of 2,200 participants for non-ORRC members, be sure to register by the deadline of November 19th, 2026, to secure your spot in this exhilarating celebration of community and fitness. Don't miss out on an unforgettable day filled with fun, exercise, and family bonding at the Oregon Zoo!
Organiser's Description
The ORRC Turkey Trot at the Oregon Zoo is a multi-generational family event. Runners and walkers of all abilities love the 5K, untimed out-and-back course. The event starts at The Oregon Zoo by the Forestry Center and the Max station, then goes out toward the International Rose Garden, and finishes inside The Oregon Zoo at the Elephant Plaza. The Tot Trot (children 0- 4 years old) and the Gobble Gallop (for children between 5 and 10 years old) events follow the 5K at the Elephant plaza inside the zoo.
Every entrant in the 5K and kids events receive an awesome beanie hat and chocolate turkey. There will be no shirts this year, but we are bringing back medals for all finishers.
PLEASE NOTE: THE EVENT IS CAPPED FOR NON-ORRC MEMBERS AT 2,200 PARTICIPANTS! THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2026, AND THERE IS NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION. REGISTER EARLY TO ENSURE YOUR ENTRY!
START LINE NOTE: THE LAST START IS AT 7:39 (FOR SLOWER WALKERS, AND FAMILIES WITH STROLLERS).
THERE IS NO LATE START! PLAN TO BE AT THE ZOO NO LATER THAN 7:00AM TO HAVE TIME TO PARK, PICK UP YOUR BIBS, GO TO THE BATHROOM, ETC. BEFORE THE START. IF YOU ARRIVE LATE, YOU MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO COMPLETE THE ENTIRE COURSE BEFORE IT CLOSES.
Approximately $25,000 of registration fees benefit The Oregon Zoo.
Every entrant in the 5K and kids events receive an awesome beanie hat and chocolate turkey. There will be no shirts this year, but we are bringing back medals for all finishers.
PLEASE NOTE: THE EVENT IS CAPPED FOR NON-ORRC MEMBERS AT 2,200 PARTICIPANTS! THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2026, AND THERE IS NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION. REGISTER EARLY TO ENSURE YOUR ENTRY!
START LINE NOTE: THE LAST START IS AT 7:39 (FOR SLOWER WALKERS, AND FAMILIES WITH STROLLERS).
THERE IS NO LATE START! PLAN TO BE AT THE ZOO NO LATER THAN 7:00AM TO HAVE TIME TO PARK, PICK UP YOUR BIBS, GO TO THE BATHROOM, ETC. BEFORE THE START. IF YOU ARRIVE LATE, YOU MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO COMPLETE THE ENTIRE COURSE BEFORE IT CLOSES.
Approximately $25,000 of registration fees benefit The Oregon Zoo.
Races
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Turkey TROT 5K - Non-ORRC Member
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:30AM PST)
$48.70
Waved start times of: 7:30am - Faster runners (under 10-minute/mile pace) 7:32am - Slower runners 7:34am - Walkers 7:36am - Families and strollers At SW Knights Blvd startline between Zoo parking lot and Western Forestry Center. Course is between Oregon Zoo and the road heading down to the International Rose Garden, finishing inside the zoo at Elephant Plaza. Registration for non-ORRC members is capped at 2,300 (no cap for ORRC members) and there is no day of race registration Beanie hats will be given to all entrants. Shirts are optional purchase item if purchased by November 1, 2025 -
Turkey Trot 5K - ORRC Member
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:30AM PST)
$32.80
Waved start times of: 7:30am - Faster runners (under 10-minute/mile pace) 7:32am - Slower runners 7:34am - Walkers 7:36am - Families and strollers At SW Knights Blvd startline between Zoo parking lot and Western Forestry Center. Course is between Oregon Zoo and the road heading down to the International Rose Garden, finishing inside the zoo at Elephant Plaza. There is no day of race registration Beanie hats will be given to all entrants. Shirts are optional purchase item if purchased by November 1, 2025 -
Tot Trot (0-4 Years Old - 1/8 Mile) & Gobble Gallop (5-10 Years Old - 1/4 Mile) at Zoo Elephant Plaza
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:30AM PST)
$32.80
With the purchase of a child's entry there is one free adult admission to the zoo. Additional persons wanting to accompany or watch the child must purchase an additional entry ticket. NOTE: Zoo membership will NOT allow entry into the zoo since the zoo is closed to everyone except race entrants There is no day of race registration Tot Trot and Gobble Gallop start at The Oregon Zoo's Elephant Plaza. No ORRC member discount is available for youth rates or multi-person (family) rate. Beanie hats will be given to all entrants. Shirts are optional purchase item if purchased by November 1, 2025 Additional zoo admission tickets can be purchased at "Additional Ticket" option. Zoo is officially closed except for those who have purchased ORRC Turkey Trot bibs. -
Additional Ticket - Non Runner/Walker Event Access Into the Oregon Zoo
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:30AM PST)
$22.20
This fee covers the zoo's admission should another family member/friend wish to attend the in-zoo activities. With the purchase of a child's entry there is one free adult admission to the zoo. Additional persons wanting to accompany or watch the child must purchase an additional entry ticket. There is no day of race entry purchase available NOTE: Zoo membership will NOT allow entry into the zoo since the zoo is closed to everyone except race entrants Tot Trot and Gobble Gallop start at The Oregon Zoo's Elephant Plaza. No ORRC member discount is available for youth rates or multi-person (family) rate.
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Outside The Oregon Zoo Main Gate by the Forestry Center, 4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, 97221, OR, United States
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