San Diego-North County Turkey Trot 2026
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 7:15 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Entry fee
- From $25 · goes up to $65 on Nov 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North County Turkey Trot 10K | 10K | Nov 26, 20267:15 AM | $60$65 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| North County Turkey Trot 5K | 5K | Nov 26, 20267:30 AM | $50$55 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| Kids 1K Fun Run | Kids | Nov 26, 20268:45 AM | $25 | – |
| North County Turkey Trot Virtual 5K | 5K | Nov 26, 20268:45 AM | $50 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $65 on Nov 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- North County Turkey Trot 10K: $60 until Nov 1, then $65 until Nov 24, then $70 until Nov 26.
- North County Turkey Trot 5K: $50 until Nov 1, then $55 until Nov 24, then $60 until Nov 26.
- Kids 1K Fun Run: $25 until Nov 27.
- North County Turkey Trot Virtual 5K: $50 until Nov 27.
Online registration closes Nov 27, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $60, entry is about 40 percent above a typical 10K in California, which costs $42.99 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in San Diego runs 1:03:34, about 10:14 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:07:38 and men in 58:05.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:28 AM, and the North County Turkey Trot 10K starts at 7:15 AM. The start sits about 520 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
4S Ranch Sports Park, San Diego, CA 92127
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 resultsAggregated from official results (Alliance Race Timing) for San Diego-North County Turkey Trot. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at San Diego-North County Turkey Trot?
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 25:32 or better, the top quarter in 30:10, and half the field in 36:31; the last tenth came in after 58:23.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 23:41 | 18:31 |
| 20-29 | 24:07 | 20:55 |
| 30-39 | 25:56 | 22:34 |
| 40-49 | 25:12 | 19:57 |
| 50-59 | 27:22 | 24:10 |
| 60-69 | 30:36 | 27:42 |
| 70+ | 55:46 | 35:51 |
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.
How fast is it?
About average for California 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 30:10, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here are about average.
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 47°F at dawn to 69°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 7% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 78°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
- 4S Ranch Sports Park, San Diego, CA 92127Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 520 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is San Diego-North County Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 7:15 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees, and rises to $65 on Nov 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 $60, entry is about 40 percent above a typical 10K in California, which costs $42.99 right now.
- 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, 10K, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 1,279 runners finished the North County Turkey Trot 5K; the median finish was 36:31 and the winner ran 17:49.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 30:10, against 30:43 in a typical California 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- 4S Ranch Sports Park, San Diego, CA 92127.
From the organizers
Get ready for the 3rd Annual San Diego–North County Turkey Trot! 🦃🏃♀️🏃♂️
Kick off your Thanksgiving with a fun, active morning filled with community, movement, and holiday spirit!
Whether you’re chasing a personal best, walking with family and friends, or cheering on the little ones, there’s something for everyone:
🕖 7:15 AM — 10K Start
🕢 7:30 AM — 5K Start
🏅 8:30 AM — 5K Awards
🧒 8:45 AM — Kids 1K Fun Run
🏆 9:00 AM — 10K Awards & Costume Contest