Bank of Marin Turkey Trot
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Bank of Marin Turkey Trot
The Bank of Marin Turkey Trot is scheduled for Thursday, November 27, 2025, at Indian Valley College in Novato, California. The event is the 26th anniversary and offers multiple distances:
- 1 Mile
- 5K
- 10K
The course is an out-and-back on roads through the IVC campus and along Ignacio Boulevard, with the start and finish by the soccer fields on the IVC grounds (1800 Ignacio Blvd., Novato, CA). The event supports School Fuel, the local education foundation for Novato public schools.
Logistics and policies
Packet pick up is available the day before the race at Sports Basement Novato, 100 Vintage Way; all participants must collect their bib and race t-shirt at packet pick up and anyone may pick up a packet on a participant’s behalf. Race entries have tiered registration fees; sample ranges shown on the event page include Youth 1 Mile at $29.63, the 5K from about $43.31 to $62.48, and the 10K from about $54.26 to $73.43 depending on registration timing. There are no refunds or deferrals unless the participant purchased Ticket Guardian Enhanced Refund Protection and follows the refund request process. Transfers of distance or participant registrations are available through Race Roster for a $10 fee. Dogs are not allowed on course; strollers are permitted (register the child if a shirt or medal is desired). The 10K has an aid station near the halfway mark, and there is a 1 hour 20 minute time limit for both the 5K and 10K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.