Big Bear Turkey Trot

Meadow Park, Big Bear Lake CA

Thursday, November 27th, 2025

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Join us for the 11th Annual Big Bear Turkey Trot! Kick off the holiday with a 3-mile fun run or walk, 6-mile run, or 9-mile run. A fun event for the entire family. All ages, walkers welcome! The course is a 3 mile out and back through a quiet Big Bear Lake neighborhood.

For more information, visit the official race page.

🗓️ Event Information

Schedule

9:00 AM: 9 Mile Run Start
9:15 AM: 6 Mile Run Start
9:25 AM: Pre Run Yoga
9:30 AM: 3 Mile Run Start
10:30 AM: Awards & Costume Contest

Entry Fees

3 MILE: $50 through October 20
3 MILE: $55 October 16-November 18
3 MILE: $60 November 19-21
Special Pricing: Youth (under 18): $25 any distance through Nov 26: $35 on Nov 27 & 28

🎽 What You Get

Custom shirt
Commemorative medal
Custom Bib
Race Timing

📦 Packet Pickup Options

#1: Monday - Wednesday, November 25 - 27, 4-7 PM at The Yellow Post
#2: Thursday, November 28 at the Event Site (Meadow Park), starting at 8 AM at Meadow Park

🏆 Categories

Awards for 3 Mile Top 3 male and female overall and in these age groups: 12 & under, 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

👗 Costume Contest

Dress your best. Win prizes in our costume contest!

⚠️ Important Information

Shirt sizes: Chosen upon registration and guaranteed if you register by Oct 22
Children: Under age 5 participate for FREE (waiver required)
No refunds: No refunds or transfers
Course closure: The course closes for all participants at 11:00 AM

🤝 Support Local

The Big Bear Turkey Trot is proud to be a signature event for Open Air Big Bear, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Proceeds from this event support local food banks and outdoor athletic events.