Thanksgiving Turkey Trots 2019: Guide to Best In Inland Empire

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA — The festive "gobble-wobbles" — Thanksgiving Day turkey trots — continue to grow in popularity in cities, big and small, throughout the Inland Empire, Riverside County and statewide.

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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BIG BEAR LAKE:

NOV. 28: Big Bear Turkey Trot. Festive event with prizes for costumes, plus yoga & cupcakes!

• Meadow Park, 41276 Park Ave, Big Bear Lake, California 92315

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LA QUINTA:

NOV. 28: Turkey Trottin' on the Trails 2019: Bear Creek Trail. On a beautiful course of desert landscape.

• Bear Creek Trail, Montezuma and Chillon, La Quinta, CA 92253

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LAKE ELSINORE:

NOV. 28: Turkey Trot - Thanksgiving 2019: Diamond Stadium. Costumes encouraged, and admission is free.

• Levee of the Diamond Stadium, 500 Diamond Drive, Lake Elsinore, CA

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PALM DESERT:

NOV. 28: Thanksgiving Day 5K Benefiting Martha's Village & Kitchen. Festive, family-friendly and for a great cause - helping the less fortunate and feeding the hungry.

• El Paseo and San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert, CA

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PALM SPRINGS:

NOV. 28: Wild Turkey Trot 5K - Thanksgiving Day. Turkey hat & other swag for finishers. Partial proceeds go to Meals on Wheels.

• 100 S. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs, CA 92262-6304

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PERRIS:

NOV. 16: MVRRC 6th Annual Turkey Trot 5K & Kids' Dash. Run the dam!

• Lake Perris State Recreation, 17801 Lake Perris Perris, CA 92571

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REDLANDS:

NOV. 28: Turkey Trot 5K & Kids' Fun Run. Proceeds benefit charities.

• Sylvan Park, 601 N. University St., Redlands, CA 92374

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RIVERSIDE:

NOV. 28: Turkey Trot & Mini-Trot For Kids. This one features a costume contest!

• Fairmount Park, 2601 Fairmount Blvd., Riverside, CA 92501

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SAN BERNARDINO:

NOV. 28: 5th Annual Turkey Trot. A flat, scenic race featuring a 10K and 5K family fun run.

• San Bernardino International Airport, 105 N. Leland Norton Way, San Bernardino, CA 92408

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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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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.