Zoom Turkey Trot
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Event
The Zoom Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in San Jose, CA at Hellyer County Park (Buena Vista Pavilion). The Half Marathon course is USATF certified (CA21023TEB). T-shirts are provided to pre-registered runners and all finishers receive a custom medal. Overall top three male and female finishers in each distance receive awards plus race credits ($50, $35, $20). Top three finishers in each age group and gender receive award medals. Time limits are 3.5 hours for the Half Marathon and 3.5 hours for all events.
Distances
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 10K (12 yo & under)
- 10K (13 - 17 yo)
- 5K
- 5K (12 yo & under)
- 5K (13 - 17 yo)
- Kid's Run (50 yd dash, 6 yo & younger) : free
Course and logistics
The course is described as relatively flat and fully marked with directional signage. Surfaces: 5K and 10K are 100% asphalt; Half Marathon is 98% asphalt and 2% single-track. Aid stations are fully stocked every 2 to 4 miles with fresh fruit, salty snacks, assorted candy, water, and Skratch electrolyte drink; runners are advised to carry at least 20 oz. of water between stations. The event is cupless; participants should bring their own fluid container. Hydrapak SpeedCups are available for sale at check-in ($5). Parking is $6 per vehicle. No dogs are allowed on the course. Headphone use is restricted to dirt road sections and is prohibited on single-track trail, when crossing paved roads, at aid stations, and when crossing the finish line. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.