Running of the Turkeys 5K & 10K Trail Run
- Date Thu 26th November 2026 - Sun 29th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM PST
- Location San Diego, California
- Price Free
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the annual Running of the Turkeys 5K & 10K Trail Run happening from November 26th to November 29th, 2026, in beautiful San Diego! Kick off your Thanksgiving festivities with a refreshing morning run through the scenic Torrey Hills Neighborhood Park, where you’ll enjoy rolling hills and wide dirt trails, culminating in a breathtaking waterfall view at the halfway mark. This fun-filled event is the perfect way to burn off some calories before diving into that delicious Thanksgiving feast.
Gather your family and friends for a relaxed, no-frills fun run that emphasizes community and good vibes. With check-in starting at 7:00 AM and a pre-race briefing at 7:35 AM, participants will stroll about half a mile to the start/finish area, ensuring a stress-free experience. While there is no official entry fee, a minimum donation of $20 per person is encouraged to support Operation Rebound, a fantastic charity helping veterans and first responders with physical injuries get back into sports. For those unable to attend in person, you can still join the fun virtually! Share your running photos with #gutcheckfitness and #runningoftheturkeys to celebrate with fellow enthusiasts
Gather your family and friends for a relaxed, no-frills fun run that emphasizes community and good vibes. With check-in starting at 7:00 AM and a pre-race briefing at 7:35 AM, participants will stroll about half a mile to the start/finish area, ensuring a stress-free experience. While there is no official entry fee, a minimum donation of $20 per person is encouraged to support Operation Rebound, a fantastic charity helping veterans and first responders with physical injuries get back into sports. For those unable to attend in person, you can still join the fun virtually! Share your running photos with #gutcheckfitness and #runningoftheturkeys to celebrate with fellow enthusiasts
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE ANNUAL RUNNING OF THE TURKEYS 5K/10K TRAIL RUN!
Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with our annual RUNNING OF THE TURKEYS trail run! Enjoy rolling hills and wide dirt trails, featuring a stunning waterfall view at the halfway point. We cant think of a better way to burn a few calories before indulging in pumpkin pie. Bring your family and friends and join us for a great time, we cant wait to see you out there!
EVENT DETAILS:
LOCATION: Torrey Hills Neighborhood Park, 4300 Calle Mejillones, San Diego, CA 92130
CHECK-IN: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
PRE-RACE BRIEFING: 7:35 AM (well then leave the park and walk about 1/2 mile to the start/finish area) *Be sure to arrive on time or you will miss out on the fun times.
This is a NO FRILLS FUN RUN - no timing, no parking fees, no stress, just a relaxed morning on the trails with great people! Please note this is a CUPLESS EVENT, so bring your own water if youd like hydration on the course.
ENTRY & CHARITY INFO:
Theres NO OFFICIAL ENTRY FEE, but we kindly ask for a MINIMUM $20 PER PERSON DONATION to support our partner charity, OPERATION REBOUND, a division of the CHALLENGED ATHLETES FOUNDATION (CAF). This incredible organization helps military, first responders, and veterans with permanent physical injuries get back into sports.
NOT IN SAN DIEGO? JOIN US VIRTUALLY!
If you cant attend in person, wed love to have you participate wherever you are! Just share your run photos using #gutcheckfitness and #runningoftheturkeys to celebrate with our community.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING AND HAPPY TRAILS!
Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with our annual RUNNING OF THE TURKEYS trail run! Enjoy rolling hills and wide dirt trails, featuring a stunning waterfall view at the halfway point. We cant think of a better way to burn a few calories before indulging in pumpkin pie. Bring your family and friends and join us for a great time, we cant wait to see you out there!
EVENT DETAILS:
LOCATION: Torrey Hills Neighborhood Park, 4300 Calle Mejillones, San Diego, CA 92130
CHECK-IN: 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
PRE-RACE BRIEFING: 7:35 AM (well then leave the park and walk about 1/2 mile to the start/finish area) *Be sure to arrive on time or you will miss out on the fun times.
This is a NO FRILLS FUN RUN - no timing, no parking fees, no stress, just a relaxed morning on the trails with great people! Please note this is a CUPLESS EVENT, so bring your own water if youd like hydration on the course.
ENTRY & CHARITY INFO:
Theres NO OFFICIAL ENTRY FEE, but we kindly ask for a MINIMUM $20 PER PERSON DONATION to support our partner charity, OPERATION REBOUND, a division of the CHALLENGED ATHLETES FOUNDATION (CAF). This incredible organization helps military, first responders, and veterans with permanent physical injuries get back into sports.
NOT IN SAN DIEGO? JOIN US VIRTUALLY!
If you cant attend in person, wed love to have you participate wherever you are! Just share your run photos using #gutcheckfitness and #runningoftheturkeys to celebrate with our community.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING AND HAPPY TRAILS!
Races
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Running of the Turkeys 10K Trail Run (Runners Only)
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM PST)
Free
Check in will be open from 7:00-7:30 AM at Torrey Hills Park. The 10K distance is for runners only due to the time cutoff. This is a cup less run, please bring a water bottle or CamelBak if you think you will want water. It is a fun course and will be a great time! -
Running of the Turkeys 5K Trail Run
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM PST)
Free
Check in will be open from 7:00-7:30 AM at Torrey Hills Park. The 5K distance is for runners or walkers. We just ask all walkers that you sign up for this distance due to the time cutoff. This is a cup less run, please bring a water bottle or CamelBak if you think you will want water. It is a fun course and will be a great time! -
Virtual Option - Running of the Turkeys 5K
Free
*If you do not live in San Diego or you can't make the in person race, join us virtually! Just tag all of your social pics with #gutcheckfitness and #runningoftheturkeys -
Virtual Option - Running of the Turkeys 10K
Free
*If you do not live in San Diego or you can't make the in person race, join us virtually! Just tag all of your social pics with #gutcheckfitness #runningoftheturkeys
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