Fresno Turkey Trot 2026
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Fresno, California
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $45 on Oct 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Mile Walk | Other | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $40$45 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 5k Run/Walk | 5K | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $40$45 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Kids (0-4) | Kids | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| Virtual Run - Turkey TrotVirtual | – | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $40$45 after Sep 29, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Other fee goes up to $45 on Oct 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 2 Mile Walk and 5k Run/Walk: $40 until Oct 1, then $45 until Oct 30, then $55 until Nov 19, then $60 until Nov 26, then $65 until Nov 27.
- Kids (0-4): Free until Nov 27.
Online registration closes Nov 27, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Fresno runs 37:30, about 12:04 a mile, based on 20 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:48 and men in 33:25.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:48 AM, and the 2 Mile Walk starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 370 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Woodward Park Mountain View Shelter, Fresno, CA 93720
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (4 years)Aggregated from official results for Fresno Turkey Trot. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Fresno Turkey Trot?
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 25:05 or better, the top quarter in 29:41, and half the field in 37:10; the last tenth came in after 57:07.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 18:54 | 16:55 |
| 20-29 | 21:34 | 16:40 |
| 30-39 | 21:25 | 18:46 |
| 40-49 | 25:26 | 17:58 |
| 50-59 | 24:47 | 20:49 |
| 60-69 | 30:08 | 25:12 |
| 70+ | 43:30 | 35:04 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Up 15 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
Fresno Turkey Trot 5K year by year
From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 1,925 to 2,211 finishers, and the median time rose from 35:43 to 37:10.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,211 (+19%) | 37:10 | under 25:05 | 13:46 |
| 2024 | 1,857 (+7%) | 37:15 | under 25:18 | 16:38 |
| 2022 | 1,728 (-10%) | 35:34 | under 24:17 | 13:53 |
| 2021 | 1,925 | 35:43 | under 23:44 | 13:51 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Faster than most California 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 29:41, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here run 3 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.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 26 the day usually runs from 40°F at dawn to 61°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 7% of days. Cold snaps dip to 35°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.
Race details
- Where
- Woodward Park Mountain View Shelter, Fresno, CA 93720Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 370 feet
- Included with entry
- Long-Sleeve Shirts
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025), 2024 (Nov 28, 2024), 2023 (Nov 23, 2023), 2022 (Nov 24, 2022), 2021 (Nov 25, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is Fresno Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Oct 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 27, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids, Other.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 2,211 runners finished the 5k Run/Walk; the median finish was 37:10 and the winner ran 13:46.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 29:41, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here run 3 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- Woodward Park Mountain View Shelter, Fresno, CA 93720.
From the organizers
Sierra Challenge Express
Presents:
the 27th annual
Fresno Turkey Trot @ Woodward Park
For over a quarter of a century, the Fresno running community has come together on Thanksgiving morning to make a difference—supporting those in need throughout our community through generous donations and race registrations. The Fresno Turkey Trot isn’t just a run; it’s a tradition of gratitude, generosity, and good times. This year, your participation helps support the Fresno Mission as they provide meals, shelter, recovery programs, and life-changing services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Proceeds also benefit the Coach Ray Knight Youth and Scholarship Programs, helping student-athletes across the Central Valley pursue their academic and athletic dreams.