Thanksgiving Turkey Trots In California 2017

Pop that bird in the oven and head out for a "turkey trot" this Thanksgiving.

These morning runs and walks are flourishing throughout California with varying options -- scenic routes, dog-friendly, community fundraisers and some even including races and activities for your "little gobblers."

Whether you launch a new family tradition or keep up with an existing one, bear in mind such participation earns you the right to an extra slice of pumpkin pie!

Happy Thanksgiving, from Patch!

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ANAHEIM: NOV. 23: Plymouth Rock 'n' Run 2017- Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot

• Set at Yorba Regional Park. Benefits Reeve-Irvine Research Center.

BONITA: NOV. 23: 4th Annual San Diego South Bay Turkey Trot

• Proceeds from this race in Rohr Park benefit the Salvation Army in Chula Vista.

BURBANK: NOV.23: 2017 YMCA Turkey Trot

• 5K, 10K, Kids' Run and fun zone!

CLAREMONT: NOV. 23: Annual Sunrise Rotary Turkey Trot

• Scenic route through the Claremont Colleges and Village.

CONCORD: NOV. 23: 3rd Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• 5K, 10K and Kids' Dash benefits Compassion Outreach.

CORONADO: NOV. 23: 2017 5K Turkey Trot

• 5K for the family and benefits Rady Children's Hospital.

DANA POINT: NOV. 23: Turkey Trot - 5K, 10K & Kids' Gobble Wobble

• A Thanksgiving tradition for Orange County families.

FAIRFIELD: NOV. 23: 9th Annual Solano Turkey Trot

• Race-day activities include food booths, awards and other activities for the entire family.

FALLBROOK: NOV. 23: Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• Proceeds go to Fallbrook Land Conservancy, Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary and Fallbrook Village Rotary Club Foundation.

FOLSOM: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• Course includes the beautiful bridges of Folsom.

FREMONT: NOV. 25: Quarry Turkey Half Marathon, 5K, 10K & Little Turkey Run

• Costumes encouraged and "little turkeys" are free. Donations will be taken for the Alameda Community Food Bank. Note: NOT on Thanksgiving Day.

HEALDSBURG: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot

• This year's proceeds to benefit fire victims.

HUNTINGTON BEACH: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Wobble 2017

• Beautiful beach race course; benefits drilling wells for water in developing countries.

IRVINE: NOV. 23: OC Turkey Trot 5K- Thanksgiving Day 2017

• A delicious slice of pumpkin pie for all finishers!

LA CAñADA FLINTRIDGE: NOV. 23: Annual Thanksgiving Day Run & Food Drive

• A local tradition for two decades and the largest food drive in the Foothill communities.

LA QUINTA: NOV. 23: 'Turkey Trottin' on the Trail' Thanksgiving Race

• Hit the trails on Thanksgiving morning!

LANCASTER: NOV. 22 and NOV. 23: Antelope Valley YMCA's Turkey Trot & Gobble Wobble

• A two-day holiday tradition in the Antelope Valley community.

LIVERMORE: NOV. 25: Thanksgiving Hills Hike (70 Miles for 70 Years Challenge)

• Burn off Thanksgiving calories with a hike to the top of a park.

LONG BEACH: NOV. 23: Marina Turkey Trot, Marathon, Half, 10K, 5K 2017

• Scenic course around lake and with oceanfront views.

LONG BEACH: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• Supports Justin Rudd's Community Action Team (CAT) causes.

LOS ANGELES: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• Benefits the Midnight Mission. Includes Widdle Wobble race for little trotters.

NAPA: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Chase 5K & 10K 2017

• Course set along Napa River Trail.

NOVATO: NOV. 23: Marin Turkey Trot

• Bring a food item for donation to the Marin Food Bank!

OAKLAND: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K & Stomper Dash: Lake Merritt

• Lovely route around Lake Merritt. Includes "Stomper Dash" for little ones.

OCEANSIDE: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot

• This event attracts 9,000 plus participants from all over the country.

ORANGE: NOV. 25: Turkey on Trails 5K, 10K & Lil' Turkeys Kids' Run

• Run off those calories with these Saturday events at Irvine Regional Park.

PACIFIC PALISADES: NOV. 23: 5th Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• Proceeds will benefit Hearts With Hope that serves children living with congenital heart disease throughout the world.

PALM DESERT: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day 5K Run/Walk 2017 for Martha's Village

• Support Martha's Village as it supports impoverished and homeless families, children and individuals.

PALM SPRINGS: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day WILD TURKEY TROT 5K 2017

• This race supports Mizell Center Meals on Wheels.

PIEDMONT: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• A community tradition in its 16th year.

PLEASANTON: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day 'Tri-Valley Turkey Burn' 5K & 10K

• A free community event. Canned-food donations for Open Heart Kitchen welcomed.

REDLANDS: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Turkey Trot & Kids' Fun Run 2017

• Canned food donations welcomed for Inland Food Bank.

RICHMOND: NOV. 23: Nitro Turkey Thanksgiving Run 2017: Point Pinole

• Includes a run for "little turkeys." Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano food drive and fundraiser.

RIVERSIDE: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• Mini-trot for the little ones, and a costume contest!

ROSEVILLE: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 10K & 5K 2017

• Participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to help feed the hungry.

SAN DIEGO: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving 'Run For The Hungry' 5K & 10K 2017

• Dogs welcomed at this downtown event!

SAN DIEGO: NOV. 23: Father Joe's Villages Thanksgiving 5K Run & Walk 2017

• Proceeds go toward helping Father Joe's Villages prepare and serve close to 1 million meals to homeless in need.

SAN FRANCISCO: NOV. 23: Turkey Trot - 15th Annual Thanksgiving Run & Walk

• Choose from Turkey Trail Trot, Pilgrim Promenade or Kids' Gobbler Chase.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: NOV.23: 1st Annual Turkey Trot On The Ranch

• Costumes and kids welcomed!

SAN JOSE: NOV. 23: 'Silicon Valley Turkey Trot' Thanksgiving Day 5K, 10K, Kids Run

• A popular event that winds through downtown San Jose, neighborhoods and business areas.

SANTA MONICA: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, 15K & Half Mthn.

• Course loops around the beach path. Strollers are OK.

SANTEE: NOV. 23: Annual Thanksgiving Waddle and Trot 5K 2017

• Gorgeous running trail around lakes. No age restrictions and strollers are OK.

SIMI VALLEY: NOV. 23: Simi Valley/Howard Family Turkey Trot 2017

• Casual family and friends race with refreshments and prizes.

SONOMA: NOV. 23: 2017 5K Fun Run Turkey Trot

• 7 a.m. sign-in will offer cocoa and muffins!

THOUSAND OAKS: NOV. 23: Conejo Valley YMCA's 13th Annual "Turkey Day Dash"

• Family fun that includes a costume contest.

TORRANCE: NOV. 23: Annual Harry Sutter Memorial Turkey Trot Fun Run 2017

• Great family activity -- a 3-mile fun run to kick off your Thanksgiving holiday.

VAN NUYS: NOV. 23: Lake Balboa Turkey Trot 5K & Kids' Run

• Scenic park run with lake views.

WALNUT: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Morning 1K, 5K & Kiddie Run

• Activities include a sack race and pie-eating contest!

WALNUT CREEK: NOV. 23: Forma Gym Turkey Trot - Thanksgiving 2017

• An East Bay Thanksgiving Day family tradition.

WOODLAND: NOV. 23: Running of the Turkeys 5K Run & Walk

• A Yolo Food Bank fundraiser.

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ALSO FROM THE PATCH HOLIDAY FILES:

Holiday Bazaars, Boutiques & Craft Shows 2017

• Orange County
• Riverside County
• San Francisco Bay Area
• San Diego County

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