Father Joe's Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K
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Event
The 24th Annual Father Joe's Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K takes place in Balboa Park, San Diego (1549 El Prado). The event is presented by Aya Healthcare and is described as San Diego’s original Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot. It benefits Father Joe’s Villages Food Services Programs, which provided nearly 700,000 meals in 2024.
Participation and fundraising
The event offers three event types: a competitive timed 5K with timing chip and age-based awards, an untimed fun run option, and a virtual at-home option for participants outside San Diego. Youth pricing and age categories are noted for some entries. The race encourages fundraising and team participation to raise funds and provide meals to neighbors facing hunger. Sponsors listed include Aya Healthcare, Qualcomm, Road Runner Sports, and Blue Shield of California. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
