LA Classic Turkey Trot

Sun, Nov 22, 2026, 7:45 AM PST

Location: Los Angeles, CA; 4800 Griffith Park Dr, 90027
Type: RUN

At a glance

Kick off your Thanksgiving with a festive run or walk through beautiful Griffith Park, complete with costumes and distances for every pace.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
Festive

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Welcome the Thanksgiving holiday with the 3rd Annual LA Classic Turkey Trot in beautiful Griffith Park. This event offers a 5K run/walk, a 5 Miler, and a 15K, catering to various goals whether you're aiming for a personal record, enjoying a fun run, or walking with friends. It's a wonderful way to kick off the festive season, and costumes are cheerfully encouraged to add to the celebratory spirit.

What to expect

Choose your distance from a 5K run/walk, 5 Miler, or 15K.
Enjoy the scenic paths of Griffith Park.
Embrace the holiday spirit by wearing a fun costume.

Standout details

3rd Annual LA Classic Turkey Trot
Scenic Griffith Park course
Costumes cheerfully encouraged
Thanksgiving holiday tradition

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sun, Nov 22, 8:30 AM PST · From $33.80
Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Apr 14, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
5 Miles
Sun, Nov 22, 8:15 AM PST · From $43.34
Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Apr 14, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
15K
Sun, Nov 22, 7:45 AM PST · From $59.24
Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM PST · Closes Apr 14, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

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The course

From the organizer

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!

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