In 148 days · Thu, Nov 26, 2026
When
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Where
5500 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine CA
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
🦃 Irvine/Orange County Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Thanksgiving Day
Irvine Valley College
🏅 Finisher Medals & Event Gear
- Custom Medals: An awesome custom cast finisher medal awaits all participants! Choices of designs when you finish.
- Race Bib: A great race bib to showcase your participation.
- Event Shirt: An ideal Turkey designed, fun event shirt.
⏰ Race Start Times
- 7:30 am: Turkey Feast Combo 1 Mile and 5K
- 8:00 am: 5K Turkey Trot Race
- 9:10 am: Kids Gobble Wobble Races Start
Important: Plan to arrive early as it takes time to park. You must pass under the start arch by 8:12.
🥧 Race Choices
Choose the best race for you and earn a custom finisher's medal and slice of fresh pumpkin pie! Run fast, jog, trot, walk, or enjoy a nice stroll on this flat scenic course. Along with So Cal's best custom cast finisher medal, you get an awesome shirt and chip timed. Get your friends and family together and kick off the holidays together!
👶 Kids Gobble Wobble Races
- Diaper Dash: 50 yards (3 and under) at 9:15 A.M.
- Tot Trot: 100 yards (4 to 5 years old) at 9:20 A.M.
- Youth Race - 1/4 Mile: 6 to 10 years old at 9:25 A.M.
- Youth Race - Half Mile: 11 to 12 years old at 9:28 A.M.
Adults may run along with their child.
🏆 Awards
Professional chip timing and results for all 5K participants. Age division awards will be given 3 deep in several age categories including 10 & under to 80 & over.
Costume awards will be given for Best Dressed, so come dressed up for a chance to win!
📅 Packet Pick Up
Packet pick up will be held on Wednesday, November 25th from 12 pm to 4 pm at Road Runner Sports in Laguna Hills. You may also pick up your bib and shirt on race morning from 6:30 am to 7:30 am.
🚗 Parking
The parking cost is $5. Entrance is allowed off of Irvine Center and Jeffrey only. You must purchase a parking pass: this can be done online, at packet pick up, or by buying at registration on race morning.
🔗 More Information
For more details, visit the official race page: Orange County Turkey Trot.
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