Bay Area Turkey Trot
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Event overview
The Bay Area Turkey Trot is the 17th annual running event in Clear Lake, Houston. It is scheduled for Thursday, November 27, 2025, with the start and finish at On the Run Clear Lake, 2427 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058. The route is described as flat and runs through the neighborhoods of Clear Lake. Dogs are allowed to run with participants; retractable leashes are not permitted and runners are asked to keep clear of others.
Distances and registration
The event includes these distances:
- Kids 1K
- 5K Run/Walk
- 10K Run
Online registration closes the Tuesday before the race at 5 PM. In-person registration is available at packet pick-up and on race morning. There is a deadline in November to guarantee shirt size.
Logistics and policies
Packet pick-up is offered in the days before the race and on race morning. Donations of nonperishable food, toiletries, feminine hygiene items, or paper goods are accepted at packet pick-up and on race day; donations are directed to Cross Roads at Park Place. The event will not be canceled for rain unless visibility becomes unsafe. Lightning triggers a 30-minute postponement when thunder or lightning is detected within about six miles; a tornado warning will result in cancellation. Organizers reserve the right to shorten courses if required by road or public safety constraints. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
