Seasonal & Holidays
San Diego County Thanksgiving Turkey Trots: Guide To 2023
Run up an appetite, while supporting community charities along the way at races & fun runs throughout the San Diego area.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — Ready to turkey trot?
Thanksgiving this year falls on Thursday, Nov. 23. And whether you're starting a new family tradition, or staying true to your healthy, holiday ritual, turkey-day trots are coming up throughout San Diego County
Most events are key fundraisers for community nonprofits, with several hosting costume contests and finish-line festivities.
Find out what's happening in San Diegofor free with the latest updates from Patch.
If you opt to move your feet before you eat, scroll though Patch's annual guide to find races and fun runs near you.
Do note that not all races fall on Thanksgiving Day. And always double-check with organizers that events are proceeding as planned when posted.
Find out what's happening in San Diegofor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Enjoy the holiday, and Happy Thanksgiving, from Patch!
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BIG BEAR:
NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Turkey Trot & Costume Contest. Family-friendly, for all ages & supports local food banks & athletic events.
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CORONADO:
NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot For Rady Children’s Hospital. Runners, strollers (both kinds) & walkers welcomed. Advance registration required.
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ENCINITAS:
NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K, 10K & Costume Contest. Starts & ends downtown under "Encinitas" sign. Supports veterans & local Boy Scouts.
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FALLBROOK:
NOV. 23: Rotary's Thanksgiving Turkey Trot & Games. A real fun one where participants along the run stop for hula-hoop contest, basketball toss & more.
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OCEANSIDE:
NOV. 23: O’side Thanksgiving Turkey Trot. "Recognized as one of the Top Trots in the country ."
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SAN DIEGO:
NOV.: Thanksgiving "Thank You Run" For Helen's Closet,4S Ranch. Discontinued.
Nov. 23: Father Joe’s Villages Thanksgiving 'Turkey Trot': Balboa Park. Supports feeding those experiencing homelessness. Stollers & dogs welcomed.
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FOR STATEWIDE GUIDE: Thanksgiving Turkey Trots: 2023 California Guide To Races & Fun Runs
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