Thanksgiving Turkey Trots 2019: Guide to Best In Greater L.A.

LOS ANGELES, CA — The festive "gobble-wobbles" — Thanksgiving Day turkey trots — continue to grow in popularity in cities big and small throughout the Los Angeles County region.

The races vary, and many are family-friendly with costumes contests, "Little Turkey" runs, kids' activities and various charities and causes attached as beneficiaries.

If this is your family's standing tradition, view 2019 dates, times and registration information, as some have limited space or discounts for early sign-ups. And if not a tradition, give it a thought. ... Something new for your Thanksgiving holiday?

Do note event dates, however, as not all races and fun-runs occur on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28.

Scroll though our annual guide, find a turkey trot near you, and Happy Thanksgiving from Patch!

NOTE: Double-check to confirm your chosen race is still planned, as there is always a possibility some may be canceled due to poor air quality or weather.

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BELMONT SHORE:

NOV. 28: Long Beach Turkey Trot & Kids' Wingding. Popular community event & benefit, sponsored in part by Justin Rudd team and draws thousands of participants.

• Boat Launch, 1 Granada Ave., Long Beach, CA 90803

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BURBANK:

NOV. 28: YMCA Turkey Trot. "All proceeds support the Y’s Financial Assistance Program."

• Burbank Community YMCA, 321 E. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, California 91502

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CLAREMONT:

NOV. 28: Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk and 1K Kid’s Fun Run. "Serious runners and families alike enjoy this event." Sponsored by Claremont Sunrise Rotary.

• Claremont Village, Near train depot, 1st Street and Harvard Avenue, Claremont, CA.

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LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE:

NOV. 28: Thanksgiving 5K Run/Walk & Kids' Mile. A community favorite for two decades.

• Memorial Park, 1301 Foothill Blvd, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011

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LONG BEACH:

NOV. 28: Long Beach Turkey Trot & Kids' Wingding. Popular community event & benefit, sponsored in part by Justin Rudd team and draws thousands of participants.

• Boat Launch, 1 Granada Ave., Long Beach, CA 90803

NOV. 28: Charlie Alewine Turkey Trot at the Marina. Course takes runners on city streets, around a lake and provides ocean views.

• Across from Marina Vista Park, 5200 E. Eliot St., Long Beach, CA 92803

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LOS ANGELES:

NOV. 23: LA Tofurky Trot 5K 2019: Griffith Park. Kids & dogs welcomed, plus costume contests.

• Griffith Park, Crystal Springs Recreation Area, 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027

NOV. 28: 7th Annual Turkey Trot 2019: Downtown. Thousands will participate in event that benefits the Midnight Mission.

• City Hall, 200 N. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

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NORTH HOLLYWOOD:

NOV. 28: Hope Of Valley Thanksgiving Drumstick Dash. Supports Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission. "Move Your Feet So Others Can Eat!"

• Lankershim Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA 91601

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PACIFIC PALISADES:

NOV. 28: Palisades Funding Turkey Trot 5K & 10K. "Have a fantastic experience and STILL make it home in time to enjoy the rest of your Thanksgiving Day!"

• Palisades Charter High School, 15777 Bowdoin St., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272

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PASADENA:

NOV. 28: 2nd Annual Rose Bowl Turkey Trot. A morning run, walk or trot for all ages on a lovely course.

• Rose Bowl Stadium, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, California 91103

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SAN DIMAS:

NOV. 23: Turkey Trot 5K, 10K & Kids' Run. "Everyone gets pumpkin pie at the finish line!"

• Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park, 120 Vía Verde San Dimas, CA 91773

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SAN GABRIEL:

NOV. 16: Turkey Trot & Kids' Run. Run or walk, and bring the kids!

• Vincent Lugo Park, 1305 Prospect Ave., San Gabriel, California 91776

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SANTA MONICA:

NOV. 28: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot. An informal event on the beach path.

• Near Crescent Bay Park, 2000 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA

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SIMI VALLEY:

NOV. 28: Thanksgiving Day 5K. Start the day with trot around beautiful Arroyo Creek.

• Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave., Simi Valley, CA 93065

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SOUTH EL MONTE:

NOV. 16: Turkey Dash 5K Run/Walk & 1K Trot. Sign-ups underway!

• City of South El Monte, 1415 Santa Anita Ave., South El Monte, California 91733

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THOUSAND OAKS:

NOV. 28: Conejo Valley YMCA Turkey Day Dash. With costume contest & kids' race.

• California Lutheran University, 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

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TORRANCE:

NOV. 28: Turkey Trot Fun Run. "Join us for the 40th Annual Harry Sutter Memorial Turkey Trot 3-Mile Fun Run on Thanksgiving morning."

• Sam's Club, 2601 Skypark Drive, Torrance, California 90505

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UPLAND:

NOV. 28: Annual Turkey Trot 5K & Kiddy Trot. Funds support Upland High School’s Boys and Girls Cross Country Team.

• San Antonio Park, Mountain Avenue & 24th Street, Upland, Ca

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VAN NUYS:

NOV. 28: Lake Balboa Turkey Trot & Kids' 1K Gobble-Gobble. With after-race festivities & medals for the little ones.

• Woodley Park, 6350 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91316

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VENTURA:

NOV. 28: Annual Turkey Trot. "Awards, booths, food, and jolly jumps for the kids provide a fun time for all."

• Ventura Auto Center, Hofer Drive, Ventura, CA

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WALNUT:

NOV. 28: Annual Thanksgiving Turkey 5K & Kiddie Run. Fun includes sack races & pie-eating contest.

• Creekside Park, 780 Creekside Drive, Walnut, CA 91789

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SEE THE FULL STATE GUIDE: Thanksgiving Turkey Trots 2019: Guide To Best In California

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If we missed your organization's Turkey Trot, please email details and online links to susan.schena@patch.com.