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Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES 2026

Date
Saturday, November 28, 2026
Start time
7:30 AM start (Los Angeles)
Entry fee
From $30
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
10K Registration10KNov 28, 20267:30 AM$42–
13.1 Half-Marathon RegistrationHalf MarathonNov 28, 20267:30 AM$45–
5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5KNov 28, 20267:30 AM$30–
5K Registration5KNov 28, 20267:30 AM$37–
Family Fun Run 1 MileKidsNov 28, 20267:30 AM$35–
Virtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)Virtual5KNov 28, 20267:30 AM$37–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • 10K Registration: $42 until Nov 28.
  • 13.1 Half-Marathon Registration: $45 until Nov 28.
  • 5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt): $30 until Nov 28.
  • 5K Registration: $37 until Nov 28.

Online registration closes Nov 28, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $45, entry is about 10 percent below a typical half marathon in California, which costs $50 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a half marathon in Los Angeles runs 2:30:15, about 11:28 a mile, based on 4 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:40:05 and men in 2:18:30.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:38 AM, and the 10K Registration starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 1,760 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

Palisades Park (Course Map will be emailed), Los Angeles, CA 90272

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

Typical race-day weather

Around November 28 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 4% of days. Cold snaps dip to 45°F and hot years reach 76°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
Palisades Park (Course Map will be emailed), Los Angeles, CA 90272Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 1,760 feet
Included with entry
Running Shirt Packet; T-Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
Editions
2026 (Nov 28, 2026)

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Quick answers

When is Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES?
Saturday, November 28, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Nov 28, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for California?
At $45, entry is about 10 percent below a typical half marathon in California, which costs $50 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, Half Marathon, Kids.
Where does it start?
Palisades Park (Course Map will be emailed), Los Angeles, CA 90272.

From the organizers

Get Ready to Wobble Before You Gobble! 🦃

Join us for the annual Thanksgiving Gobble Trot! Before you dive into the turkey and stuffing, enjoy the holiday with your family, friends, and fellow runners. 🏃‍♂️💨

It’s the perfect way to burn calories and make lasting memories to balance out the big feast, before and after!

Don’t wait—spots fill up faster than the Thanksgiving table! 🍽️✨

Forget the massive, impersonal race-day crowds. We keep things small, personal, and local, so every run feels less like a number and more like a memory. Whether it's a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or virtual run, you'll get the warmth of a hometown event.

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