Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
AB
From A Better World Running
Thursday, November 26, 2026
8:00 AM PST
Van Nuys, California
$25.99–$40.99 · 4 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, 15k, and Half Marathon, hosted by A Better World Running on Thursday, November 26, 2026! This exciting Thanksgiving Day event will take place at Woodley Park in Van Nuys, Los Angeles, starting bright and early at 8 AM. Join fellow runners of all ages and abilities for a fun and friendly race experience, perfect for kicking off the holiday season.
Participants can look forward to an array of fantastic perks, including custom finisher medals with a new design each year, drawstring goodie bags, and free access to photos and videos capturing your race day moments. Experience chip timing and live results as you cross the finish line, along with trophies and achievement badges for reaching milestones. With group discounts available and a range of snacks and treats, the Turkey Trot is an affordable and delightful way for families and friends to come together and celebrate. Don't miss out on this festive opportunity to run, enjoy camaraderie, and create lasting memories!
Participants can look forward to an array of fantastic perks, including custom finisher medals with a new design each year, drawstring goodie bags, and free access to photos and videos capturing your race day moments. Experience chip timing and live results as you cross the finish line, along with trophies and achievement badges for reaching milestones. With group discounts available and a range of snacks and treats, the Turkey Trot is an affordable and delightful way for families and friends to come together and celebrate. Don't miss out on this festive opportunity to run, enjoy camaraderie, and create lasting memories!
Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Event information
The course is super easy to follow.
Easy out and back course with one small hill about .6 miles from the start.
Aid station has water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, Gu gels.
5k (1 loop), 10k (2 loops), 15k (3 loops) with an aid station at every loop:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6600154
Half marathon is 3 x 4.36 mile loops with an aid station at every loop:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6442390159/
Time limit - 3:15. If more time is needed please email us at [email protected] for early start.
* Everyone must run/walk through the pedestrian tunnel! Do not cross Woodley Ave!
Easy out and back course with one small hill about .6 miles from the start.
Aid station has water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, Gu gels.
5k (1 loop), 10k (2 loops), 15k (3 loops) with an aid station at every loop:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6600154
Half marathon is 3 x 4.36 mile loops with an aid station at every loop:
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6442390159/
Time limit - 3:15. If more time is needed please email us at [email protected] for early start.
* Everyone must run/walk through the pedestrian tunnel! Do not cross Woodley Ave!
Included in registration —
- custom finisher medals (new medal design every year)
- drawstring goodie bags
- free photos & videos
- chip timing
- live results the moment you finish
- free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
- FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- assortment of snacks, samples
- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
- group discounts for 3 or more people discount auto applied on Race Ascend
- age group awards (picked up at a race only, will not be mailed)
- performance shirts available for additional purchase, not included in registration, shirts are $9.99 size XS-3XL, printed performance shirt
- custom finisher medals (new medal design every year)
- drawstring goodie bags
- free photos & videos
- chip timing
- live results the moment you finish
- free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
- FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- assortment of snacks, samples
- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
- group discounts for 3 or more people discount auto applied on Race Ascend
- age group awards (picked up at a race only, will not be mailed)
- performance shirts available for additional purchase, not included in registration, shirts are $9.99 size XS-3XL, printed performance shirt
Parking will start in the parking lots off of Woodley Ave. and Victory Blvd.
6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave. Please use either google or apple maps pin
Additional parking is available in the dirt overflow parking lot on the other side of Woodley Ave. near the golf course. Please review image below.
Dirt overflow parking lot --
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UmiZ3CKhkpaTqrzF9
Apple maps - 34.185112, -118.485833
EVERYONE MUST FINISH THROUGH THE TUNNEL. PLEASE DO NOT CROSS WOODLEY AVE. PLEASE USE THE PEDESTRIAN TUNNEL
6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave. Please use either google or apple maps pin
Additional parking is available in the dirt overflow parking lot on the other side of Woodley Ave. near the golf course. Please review image below.
Dirt overflow parking lot --
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UmiZ3CKhkpaTqrzF9
Apple maps - 34.185112, -118.485833
EVERYONE MUST FINISH THROUGH THE TUNNEL. PLEASE DO NOT CROSS WOODLEY AVE. PLEASE USE THE PEDESTRIAN TUNNEL
6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.
Please see image below.
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8
Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.
Please see image below.
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8
Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318
Organiser's description
It's time for the Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, 15k, or Half Marathon on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day 11/26/26 in Woodley Park! 8AM start time.
Included in registration —
- custom finisher medals (new medal design every year)
- drawstring goodie bags
- free photos & videos
- chip timing
- live results the moment you finish
- free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
- FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- assortment of snacks, samples
- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
- group discounts for 3 or more people discount auto applied on Race Ascend
- age group awards (picked up at a race only, will not be mailed)
- performance shirts available for additional purchase, not included in registration, shirts are $9.99 size XS-3XL, printed performance shirt
Included in registration —
- custom finisher medals (new medal design every year)
- drawstring goodie bags
- free photos & videos
- chip timing
- live results the moment you finish
- free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
- FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- assortment of snacks, samples
- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
- group discounts for 3 or more people discount auto applied on Race Ascend
- age group awards (picked up at a race only, will not be mailed)
- performance shirts available for additional purchase, not included in registration, shirts are $9.99 size XS-3XL, printed performance shirt
Add your review
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Location
6340 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406-6472, United States
Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
AB
A Better World Running
The premier affordable, fun, friendly, and ethical race experience. A Better World Running, founded by runners, for runners. The leader in Southern California since 2011. Encouraging peace, harmony, and coexistence.
On Find a Race
Since
2025
Events
120+
Avg. review
5.0
