Community Corner
Thanksgiving Turkey Trots 2021: Guide To The Best In L.A. County
Turkey day walks & runs - now holiday traditions for many families - are back. Find one nearby & feel better about those second helpings!
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA — Run your feet before you eat. Or wobble before you gobble. However you phrase it, Thanksgiving "turkey trots" are back — and mostly in-person — in 2021 throughout Los Angeles County and the Southland.
Most are linked with local charities, including schools, sports teams, food banks and parks. And several offer kid-friendly runs for the little ones, with costumes encouraged.
Do note: Not all races take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 25. Some occur on weekends before and after.
Find out what's happening in Los Angelesfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
And always confirm with organizers that the events are occurring as planned when posted.
Peruse our annual Patch Turkey Trot guide, and find an event near you. Support your local non-profits, earn yourself second helpings (or, let's be honest, thirds) or an extra slice of pumpkin pie, and Happy Thanksgiving, from Patch!
Find out what's happening in Los Angelesfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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ALTADENA:
Through NOV. 25: Five Acres Turkey Trot - Virtual. Supports children & families across six counties.
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ANAHEIM:
NOV. 21: Turkey Trot & Fun Run. Annual event with route around Santa Ana Riverbed Trail & Angel Stadium.
NOV. 25: 'Plymouth Rock N' Run': Thanksgiving Turkey Trot. Canceled.
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BELMONT SHORE:
NOV. 25: Justin Rudd Turkey Trot & Kids' Wingding. Annual tradition is back this year in-person & virtual.
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BIG BEAR LAKE:
NOV. 25: Big Bear Turkey Trot. "A family-friendly run/walk to benefit local food pantries and Open Air Big Bear."
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BURBANK:
NOV. 25: Annual Community YMCA Thanksgiving Turkey Trot - Virtual. With raffles for gift cards, Christmas trees, Y memberships & more.
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CLAREMONT:
NOV. 25: Annual Sunrise Rotary Turkey Trot - 5K & Kids' Run. Scenic route through tree-lined streets of Claremont Colleges & historic neighborhoods.
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LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE:
NOV. 25: Annual Thanksgiving Day Run & Food Drive. "A local tradition and a community favorite for over two decades."
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LONG BEACH:
NOV. 25: Justin Rudd Turkey Trot & Kids' Wingding. Annual tradition is back this year in-person & virtual.
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LOS ANGELES:
NOV. 25: LA Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot & Widdle Wobble. Fundraiser for The Midnight Mission, with stunner route.
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MAMMOTH LAKES:
NOV. 25: Turkey Trot - Thanksgiving Day. Cider, hot cocoa & pumpkin cheesecake for finishers!
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NORTH HOLLYWOOD:
NOV. 25: Hope Of Valley Rescue's Drumstick Dash LA. With course through NoHo Arts District. Proceeds support hot meals for unsheltered men, women and children.
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PACIFIC PALISADES:
NOV. 25: Palisades Funding Thanksgiving Turkey Trot. Canceled.
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PASADENA:
NOV. 25: Rose Bowl Stadium Turkey Trot - Thanksgiving Day. A community tradition that supports Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation’s America’s Stadium Needs America Campaign.
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SAN GABRIEL:
NOV. 20: Annual Turkey Trot: Vincent Lugo Park. Festivities include raffle, finisher medal & T-shirt. (UPDATE: CANCELED)
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SANTA MONICA:
NOV. 27: Beulah Fund Turkey Trot: Palisades Park. Stunner route & supports seniors or adults with disabilities living at or below poverty line.
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SEAL BEACH:
NOV. 20: Thanksgiving Turkey Trot & Kids' 'Don’t Be A Turkey' 1K. Funds holiday meals for families via Grateful Hearts & schools through Project SEEK.
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SIMI VALLEY:
NOV. 25: Thanksgiving Day 5K. Great route with water stations & sunshine.
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SOUTH EL MONTE:
NOV. 20: Annual Turkey Dash & Trot. A community tradition!
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TOLUCA LAKE:
NOV. 21: TLHOA 9th Annual Turkey Trot. "Wobble wobble before you gobble gobble!" 5K Turkey Trot & 1K Fun Run.
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TORRANCE:
NOV. 25: Annual Harry Sutter Memorial Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Fun Run. Includes post-race raffle & food drive.
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TUSTIN:
NOV. 25: Annual Turkey Trot 5K For OC Rescue Mission. Route includes Orange County Sheriff’s 'Peace Officers’ Memorial' & Tustin Marine Base with up-close views of the hangars.
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UPLAND:
NOV. 25: Annual Turkey Trot 5K & 1K. Supports Upland High School Boys and Girls Cross Country Team.
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VENTURA:
NOV. 25: Annual Turkey Trot - 5K & Kids' 1K. Participants asked to donate non-perishable food to Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Food Drive.
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If we missed your town or organization's Thanksgiving run, email details with an online link to susan.schena@patch.com
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FOR FULL CA GUIDE: Thanksgiving Turkey Trots 2021: Guide To The Best In California
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