Thankful Paws Turkey Trot
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 7:30AM PST
- Location Bonita, California
- Price $29.00 - $61.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to celebrate this Thanksgiving with the inaugural Thankful Paws Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the picturesque Bonita, San Diego! This exciting event kicks off at Rohr Park and offers a range of race distances including a 5K, 10K, a fun Kids Mile, and the always-popular Doggy Mile, making it perfect for everyone from serious athletes to casual participants. As you run along a scenic course surrounded by lush landscapes and a vibrant community park, you'll not only enjoy a fantastic day outdoors but also honor the joy and companionship our beloved pets bring into our lives.
This year, join a spirited community in giving thanks while also supporting Kane's Animal Rescue, a dedicated local nonprofit that helps abandoned and at-risk pets find loving homes. So lace up your running shoes, bring the whole family—including your furry friends—and start your holiday with a heartwarming tradition that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy. Every step you take helps make a difference for pets in need, so come trot with us and make this Thanksgiving truly special!
This year, join a spirited community in giving thanks while also supporting Kane's Animal Rescue, a dedicated local nonprofit that helps abandoned and at-risk pets find loving homes. So lace up your running shoes, bring the whole family—including your furry friends—and start your holiday with a heartwarming tradition that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy. Every step you take helps make a difference for pets in need, so come trot with us and make this Thanksgiving truly special!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the first annual Turkey Trot Thankful Paws 5K/10K Run on Thanksgiving morning at Rohr Park, in the beautiful city of Bonita, located in Chula Vista, CA.
This special day is dedicated to giving thanks to our petspast and presentfor the joy, love, and companionship they've brought into our lives and homes.
Enjoy a scenic course alongside a golf course and vibrant community parkperfect for both serious runners and casual participants. Whether you're chasing a PR on a fast course or simply looking for a joyful way to start your holiday, this event has something for everyone. Were offering a 5K, 10K, Kids Mile, and our always-popular Doggy Mile!
Bring the whole familyincluding your four-legged friendsand kick off your Thanksgiving with a fun, active, and festive tradition.
All proceeds benefit Kane's Animal Rescue, a local nonprofit dedicated to giving abandoned and at-risk pets a second chance at life. So, while you're breaking a sweat, you're also making a difference.
Come trot with us, give thanks, and support a great causebecause every step helps save a paw.
This special day is dedicated to giving thanks to our petspast and presentfor the joy, love, and companionship they've brought into our lives and homes.
Enjoy a scenic course alongside a golf course and vibrant community parkperfect for both serious runners and casual participants. Whether you're chasing a PR on a fast course or simply looking for a joyful way to start your holiday, this event has something for everyone. Were offering a 5K, 10K, Kids Mile, and our always-popular Doggy Mile!
Bring the whole familyincluding your four-legged friendsand kick off your Thanksgiving with a fun, active, and festive tradition.
All proceeds benefit Kane's Animal Rescue, a local nonprofit dedicated to giving abandoned and at-risk pets a second chance at life. So, while you're breaking a sweat, you're also making a difference.
Come trot with us, give thanks, and support a great causebecause every step helps save a paw.
Races
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5k
Incl. $5.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM PST)
$45.20
5K runners will do one loop around the course. Those runners/walkers planning to participate with their dog, please be aware of the 10K runners coming around the 2nd loop, stay on the inside of the course. Runners/ walkers with their dog may use the alternate trail course inside the park. -
10k
Incl. $6.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM PST)
$61.40
10K runners will two loops around the course. 5K runners might be on the course towards the end of the course. To pass 5K runners/walkers, please do so on the right hand side and around. -
Dog Mile
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (7:30AM PST)
$29.00
The Dog Mile will be the first event, honoring/thanking our present and past pets for being part of our life and family. Runners with your pets, please have a 3-5ft leash. Bring doggy bags and water for you pets. Be mindful of other dogs around. -
Kids 1 Mile Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (7:45AM PST)
$29.00
Kids will be running 15 minutes after the Dog Mile. Parents can run with their kids. All kids will get a finisher medal.
Thankful Paws Turkey Trot
