Turkey Trots in San Diego 2026: Thanksgiving Races Across the County
Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026, and San Diego County has turkey trots from North County down to the South Bay. This list covers the whole county, with races this year in San Diego, Coronado, Escondido and Bonita. It pulls every upcoming Thanksgiving themed race in the area listed on RunSignup and updates automatically as new races open registration.
Tips for Race Morning
Most trots start early on Thanksgiving morning, and the popular coastal races can fill parking lots and close nearby streets, so check your start time and plan to arrive early. Late November mornings near the coast are usually cool and can be damp, then warm up quickly once the sun is out, so a light throwaway layer works well at the start. Check the National Weather Service San Diego forecast the night before.
Most turkey trots are 5K or shorter, which makes them a good first race. If you are new to the distance, see how many steps are in a 5K and whether a 10 minute mile is a good pace.