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LA Classic Turkey Trot 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 22, 2026
- Start time
- 7:45 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Entry fee
- From $45 · goes up to $85 on Oct 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15K | 15K | Nov 22, 20267:45 AM | $79$85 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 5 Miler | 8K | Nov 22, 20268:15 AM | $54$59 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 22, 20268:30 AM | $45$49 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 15K fee goes up to $85 on Oct 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 15K: $79 until Oct 1, then $85 until Nov 21, then $89 until Nov 22.
- 5 Miler: $54 until Oct 1, then $59 until Nov 21, then $64 until Nov 22.
- 5K: $45 until Oct 1, then $49 until Nov 21, then $54 until Nov 22.
Online registration closes Nov 22, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $79, entry is about the same as a typical 15K in California ($77).
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:32 AM, and the 15K starts at 7:45 AM. The start sits about 1,120 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
4800 Griffith Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
2025 results
All results (2 years)5K
395
finishers
38:45
median (12:28 /mi)
15:08
winning time
59% / 41%
women / men
5 Miler
109
finishers
59:55
median (11:59 /mi)
38:41
winning time
57% / 43%
women / men
15K
99
finishers
1:43:44
median (11:08 /mi)
1:07:37
winning time
42% / 58%
women / men
Aggregated from official results (Ready, Set... Time!) for LA Classic Turkey Trot. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at LA Classic Turkey Trot?
At the 2025 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 27:29 or better, the top quarter in 31:31, and half the field in 38:45; the last tenth came in after 59:03.
At the 2025 5 Miler, the fastest tenth finished in 44:22 or better, the top quarter in 50:01, and half the field in 59:55; the last tenth came in after 1:16:19.
At the 2025 15K, the fastest tenth finished in 1:19:18 or better, the top quarter in 1:30:24, and half the field in 1:43:44; the last tenth came in after 2:16:48.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 30:01 | 23:16 |
| 20-29 | 25:08 | 22:55 |
| 30-39 | 25:27 | 21:44 |
| 40-49 | 29:09 | 29:05 |
| 50-59 | 34:40 | 25:26 |
| 60-69 | 45:01 | 34:54 |
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 36 percent since 2024.
444
2024
603
2025
All events combined, from official results.
LA Classic Turkey Trot 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 323 to 395 finishers, and the median time rose from 37:12 to 38:45.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 395 (+22%) | 38:45 | under 27:29 | 15:08 |
| 2024 | 323 | 37:12 | under 27:08 | 19:08 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
About average for California 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:31, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here are about average.
- 8K: Slower than most US 8Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 8K field finished under 50:01, against 42:05 in a typical US 8K, so times here run 19 percent slower.
- 15K: Slower than most US 15Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 15K field finished under 1:30:24, against 1:20:57 in a typical US 15K, so times here run 12 percent slower.
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 22 the day usually runs from 47°F at dawn to 64°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 40°F and hot years reach 71°F.
Based on 80 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of LA Classic Turkey Trot cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
5 Miler Course Map
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Rules and FAQ
FAQ's
Are strollers allowed on this run? Yes, strollers are allowed for the 5K course. Are there any age restrictions for the 5K? Yes. The 5K is limited to participants 0-85 years of age only, no exceptions. Are there any age restrictions for…
Rules and FAQ
Refund/Deferral Policy
Refunds, credits, or deferrals are not allowed for this race.
Race details
- Where
- 4800 Griffith Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,120 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, 8K, 15K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 22, 2026), 2025 (Nov 23, 2025), 2024 (Nov 23, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is LA Classic Turkey Trot?
- Sunday, November 22, 2026, starting at 7:45 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $45 before processing fees, and rises to $85 on Oct 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 22, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $79, entry is about the same as a typical 15K in California ($77).
- 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.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 8K, 15K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 395 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 38:45 and the winner ran 15:08.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:31, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- 4800 Griffith Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Join us for the 3rd Annual LA Classic Turkey Trot! Our event offers a 5K run/walk through beautiful Griffith Park in Los Angeles as well as a 5 Miler and 15K for those looking to challenge themselves! Run through the start and finish line at the Shane's Inspiration area in Griffith Park!
Whether you're running for a PR, running for fun, or walking, there's no better way to start the Thanksgiving holiday! Costumes are encouraged!