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Thanksgiving Turkey Trots 2021: Guide To Best In Orange County
Turkey day walks & runs - now holiday traditions for many families - are back. Find one nearby & feel better about those second helpings!
ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Run your feet before you eat. Or wobble before you gobble. However you phrase it, Thanksgiving "turkey trots" are back in 2021 throughout Orange County.
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 Orange Countyfor 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 Orange Countyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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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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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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DANA POINT:
NOV. 25: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot & Kids' Gobble Wobble. Costume contest, too.
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HUNTINGTON BEACH:
NOV. 25: Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Wobble. Beautiful course, plus proceeds go toward providing clean drinking water for those in need.
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IRVINE:
NOV. 25: OC Turkey Trot & Kids' Gobble Wobble. "Scrumptious slice of pie awaits you at the finish."
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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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RANCHO MISSION VIEJO:
NOV. 25: Turkey Trot On Ranch & Little Gobblers Run. Beautiful course & race that supports Nature Reserve.
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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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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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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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