Napa Valley Turkey Chase
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Napa Valley Turkey Chase
The Napa Valley Turkey Chase is a family oriented running event held on November 26, 2026 in Napa, California. The event offers paved road courses that run through Napa Valley College and along the Napa River Trail, with the start and finish located in lot J behind the college track. Race proceeds support local charities.
Distances include:
- 5K Course runs through Napa Valley College then connects to the Napa River Trail.
- 10K Updated route for 2025 includes a turnaround past the Imola bridge and a loop near Kennedy Park.
Both courses have been measured by wheel and GPS but are not USATF certified. Mile markers will be placed each mile. Portions of the courses are open to slow moving traffic; course marshals, campus security and lead bikers will guide runners. Aid stations provide water and electrolyte drinks near mile 1.5 on both courses, with additional stations for the 10K. Portable toilets are available near the start and finish, with one on the 10K at about mile 4.5.
All registrants age 8 and up receive disposable timing chips on their race bibs; bibs must be worn on the front to register a time. A free kids 100 meter dash for ages 7 and under is provided with medals for participants and no formal results. Strollers are allowed but should start near the back. Dogs are not permitted. The event proceeds rain or shine. No day of race registration is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
