Seasonal & Holidays
Inland Empire 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 charities in the Inland Empire.
INLAND EMPIRE, 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 Inland Empire's Riverside and San Bernardino counties — 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!
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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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MAMMOTH LAKES:
NOV. 24: Mammoth Lakes Turkey Trot 2K. Family-friendly run with cider & cocoa at the finish line.
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MENIFEE:
NOV. 24: Inland Valley Thanksgiving Turkey Trot & Kids' Fun Run. For runners & walkers of all ages. Benefits Menifee Valley Community Cupboard.
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PALM DESERT:
NOV. 24: Fortem Financial Thanksgiving Day 5K For Martha's Village & Kitchen. Kid- and pet-friendly with expo, doggie stations, beer garden & kids' zone.
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PALM SPRINGS:
NOV. 24: Wild Turkey Trot 5K. Portion of proceeds supports Mizell Center's Meals on Wheels for homebound seniors.
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PERRIS:
NOV. 19: Moreno Valley Road Runners Club Turkey Trot & Little Trotters Trot. Enjoy a historic course along the Lake Perris Dam.
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REDLANDS:
NOV. 24: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot & Kids' Fun Run. Course winds from Sylvan Park through the streets of Redlands & parts of the University of Redlands campus.
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RIVERSIDE:
NOV. 19: Turkey Trot, Kids' Mini Trot & 1-Mile Roller Skate. The roller skate disco division is new this year and open to all ages & abilities.
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SAN BERNARDINO:
NOV. 24: Turkey Trot 5K & 10K. Course goes through San Bernardino International Airport.
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TEMECULA:
NOV. 24: Harvest Honey 5K Fun Run. Hosted by Batch Mead with Mead Garden After Party featuring drinks, food, games & giveaways. Supports honey bee health & vitality.
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UPLAND:
NOV. 24: Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K & 1K Kids' Dash. Supports Upland High School Boys and Girls Cross Country Team.
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TO FIND TURKEY TROTS STATEWIDE: Turkey Trots 2022: Guide To The Best In California This Thanksgiving
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