Seasonal & Holidays

Orange County Turkey Trots 2022: Guide To The Best This Thanksgiving

Shake your tail feathers! Run up an appetite, and join the turkey-day tradition while supporting local charities in the O.C. area.

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Make room for extra helpings or a second slice of pie. Find Turkey Trots planned for Thanksgiving, Nov. 24, or on nearby dates, throughout the Orange County region.
Make room for extra helpings or a second slice of pie. Find Turkey Trots planned for Thanksgiving, Nov. 24, or on nearby dates, throughout the Orange County region. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — It's time to trot!

Registration is underway for 2022 Thanksgiving Turkey Trots, a turkey-day tradition for many runners, walkers and families throughout the Orange County area — and often key fundraisers for nonprofits.

Thanksgiving this year falls on Nov. 24. But do note: Not all races are scheduled for that Thursday.

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So move your feet before you eat, enjoy family-bonding time, and support local charities and causes.

Peruse our annual guide to some of the best Turkey Trots in the region. Find runs and walks near you. And Happy Thanksgiving, from Patch!

Find out what's happening in Orange Countyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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ANAHEIM:

NOV. 19: Turkey Trot 5K/10K & Fun Run. With awards, bling, a flat course & pilgrim-themed entertainment.

NOV. 24: 'Plymouth Rock N' Run' Thanksgiving Turkey Trot: CANCELED. The Research for Cure fundraiser is not planned for 2022.

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BIG BEAR LAKE:

NOV. 24: Big Bear Turkey Trot - Thanksgiving Day. With costume contest, too. Benefits local food pantries & Open Air Big Bear.

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DANA POINT:

NOV. 24: Annual Turkey Trot & Kids Gobble Wobble. Flat, scenic course is perfect for families & all ages.

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HUNTINGTON BEACH:

NOV. 24: Turkey Wobble 5K, 10K & Kids' Run. "On one of the most beautiful beaches in America!" Raises funds to help provide clean water to those in need.

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IRVINE:

NOV. 24: Orange County Turkey Trot 5K, 1-Mile Dash & Kids' Gobble Wobble. Walker- & stroller-friendly, with slice of pie at the finish line!

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LONG BEACH:

NOV. 24: Justin Rudd Turkey Trot & Kids Wingding. The annual "Hot to (Turkey) Trot in Long Beach" benefits the Community Action Team's charitable efforts.

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LOS ANGELES:

NOV. 24: Turkey Trot L.A. For Midnight Mission: 5K, 10K & Kids' Widdle Wobble. "Don’t miss LA’s best Thanksgiving tradition!"

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RANCHO MISSION VIEJO:

NOV. 24: Turkey Trot On Ranch & Little Gobbler's Run. "Gobble up the scenic beauty and pick your own pace!"

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SEAL BEACH:

NOV. 19: Turkey Trot 5K, 10K & Kids' 1K 'Don't Be A Turkey' - Proceeds to help supply 300-plus holiday meals for families in need.

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TUSTIN:

NOV. 24: O.C. Rescue Mission Thanksgiving Turkey Trot. Goal is to raise funds to provide 50,000 meals for hungry & homeless of Orange County.

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TO FIND TURKEY TROTS STATEWIDE: Turkey Trots 2022: Guide To The Best In California This Thanksgiving

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