Encinitas Turkey Trot
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Encinitas Turkey Trot 2026
The Encinitas Turkey Trot is a community road race held in Encinitas, California on Thanksgiving Day. The event features multiple race distances along a scenic Encinitas course and includes race-day amenities provided to participants.
Race distances include:
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids-K
- Fun Run 1K
Included with registration are a runner T-shirt and finisher bling. The event offers a costume contest with prize money awarded to top finishers in individual and team categories; listed prizes are $300 for first place, $200 for second, and $100 for third. The event also lists exclusive shopping at the Columbia Employee Outlet in Carlsbad with up to 40% off retail.
Proceeds benefit VANC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports veterans and their families and works to reduce PTSD and veteran suicide. Packet pick-up is scheduled at Carlsbad Road Runners, 5617 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA; the published pickup days are November 23 and November 24, with an additional Wednesday pickup time noted.
Registration fees are shown by category in the event information. The event summary lists specific fees for each distance and age group, ranging from a Fun Run fee to 10K and 5K entry fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
