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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1K Kid's Fun Run | Kids | Nov 26, 20267:30 AM | $25$30 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Nov 26, 20268:30 AM | $45$50 after Nov 1, 2026 | 3,250 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Kids fee goes up to $30 on Nov 1, 2026.
Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $45, entry is about 22 percent above a typical 5K in California, which costs $37 right now.
A typical finisher at a 5K in California runs 38:06, about 12:16 a mile, based on 623 races with published results. Women typically finish in 41:27 and men in 33:40.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:33 AM, and the 1K Kid's Fun Run starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 1,500 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
850 N Yale Ave, CLAREMONT, CA 91711
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results (Fusion Timing) for Claremont Turkey Trot. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
In 2024, the fastest tenth finished in 23:42 or better, the top quarter in 29:26, and half the field in 37:49; the last tenth came in after 1:02:03.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 21:42 | 16:46 |
| 20-29 | 20:36 | 17:55 |
| 30-39 | 23:24 | 16:36 |
| 40-49 | 22:40 | 19:00 |
| 50-59 | 22:49 | 20:17 |
| 60-69 | 29:34 | 23:04 |
| 70+ | 39:16 | 29:59 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2024.
Faster than most California 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2024 5K field finished under 29:26, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here run 4 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around November 26 the day usually runs from 44°F at dawn to 60°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 8% of days. Cold snaps dip to 37°F and hot years reach 68°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Claremont Turkey Trot cover on their registration page, in brief.
Rules and FAQ
Q. What time do the two events begin? A. The approximate start times are 7:30 AM for the 1K Kid's Fun Run and 8:00 AM for the 5K. The 5K will not begin until the 1K is complete, we know that lots of parents are juggling kids and taking…
The cause
All proceeds from the Claremont Turkey Trot support the activities and projects of the Claremont Sunrise Rotary via Claremont Sunrise Rotary Foundation. Responsible leadership means more than just doing good work—it means making the most…
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Welcome to the 19th annual Claremont Turkey Trot presented by Claremont Sunrise Rotary. With a start/finish location at Claremont's Memorial Park, the scenic course winds its way through the tree-lined streets of the Claremont Colleges and the adjacent historic neighborhoods. A slight downhill grade on the last leg provides a welcome boost into the finish.
Approximate Start Times:
7:30AM 1K Kid's Fun Run
8:30AM 5K Run/Walk
Visit the PACKET PICKUP page to learn about late registration and packet pickup options.
Every participant in both the 1K Kids Fun Run and the 5K Run/Walk receives a finishers medal and a race shirt. Race shirt availability is not guaranteed for late registrations, so please register early!