Turkey Trot Friday Half Marathon - Long Beach
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Turkey Trot Friday - Long Beach
Turkey Trot Friday takes place on Friday, November 27, 2026, on the Belmont Shores beach path at 5400 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA. The event uses a marked, open course on the beach path and asks participants to be courteous to other pedestrians, runners, and cyclists.
Distances offered:
- 5K out-and-back route on the Belmont Shores beach path.
- 10K two 5K loops.
- 15K three 5K loops.
- Half marathon three 4.36-mile loops.
The course includes an aid station at the turnaround near the start and finish that provides water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and GU gels. Every registration includes a custom finisher medal, a drawstring goodie bag, live results at the moment of finish, free photos and videos, snacks and samples, and access to the event app. Age group awards are available for pickup at the race only.
Race day registration prices are listed for each distance. Group discounts apply for three or more participants, and larger group registration is handled through the organizer. Transfers to a later date or another participant are permitted by contacting the organizer; there is a no refund policy. Parking is free in the residential area; the beach parking lot requires payment by ticket machine or the Passport Parking app (zone 9372). Bib pickup is available on race morning. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
