O’side Turkey Trot

Please Note:

• Parking is FREE in all city lots on Thanksgiving morning until 11:00am
• The course is subject to change and/or closure due to emergency at OPD/OFD discretion
• Do Not Park at Walmart or Harbor Freight lots on Mission Ave. You will be towed!

NEW in 2024:

• The Hwy 76/Coast Hwy exit from 1-5 southbound will remain OPEN during the duration of the event.
• The Oceanside Harbor Area will no longer be impacted by the event.

5K, Kids 1 Mile & 1/5 Mile Course Map

The 5K starts at the Civic Center and finishes at the Pier. Strollers in the 5K must line up in the final 2 waves!

CLICK HERE to view the course on MapMyRun.

FREE Parking Shuttle

We will be running a complimentary parking shuttle service from the below listed locations from 5:30am – 11:00am.

1. North Coastal Live Well Healthy Center | 1701 Mission Ave
2. Mira Costa Community Learning Center | 1831 Mission Ave
3. Brooks Street Swim Center | 130 Brooks St.

The pick up location is Barnes St./Mission Ave.  The bus will drop  participants at the Start Line at Ditmar/Civic Center Dr. The shuttles will start at 5:30am and will run until 11:00am

Avoid Traffic. Take Public Transportation or Ride Share.

The O’side Turkey Trot is scheduled for Thanksgiving morning, and will require some roads to be closed, which may alter your normal plans! Please see below for a detour map and suggested routes for each area on Thanksgiving morning!   In addition, we have partnered with Waze and you can view the closures here and if you have the app on your phone, Waze will provide alternate directions around the closures.   Thank you for your support!

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Volunteering at the O’Side Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning is a wonderful way to give back to the community and start the holiday with a sense of gratitude. Whether you’re helping with check-in, handing out water to runners, or cheering on participants as a course marshal, your contribution will make the event a memorable experience for all. Joining the Turkey Trot volunteer team is a heartwarming way to celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving and support a healthy, active community. Additionally, this is a great opportunity to earn your community service hours!

Volunteer Opportunities:

• Wednesday, 11/27 – Packet Pick-Up
• Wednesday, 11/27 – T-Shirt Distribution
• Wednesday, 11/27 – Event Set-Up
• Thursday, 11/28 – Course Marshal
• Thursday, 11/28 – Race Check-In
• Thursday, 11/28 – Water Station
• Thursday, 11/28 – Start Line and Finish Line

To sign up and select your volunteer role, click the button below. For groups of 8 or more, please email us at volunteers@sandiegorunningco.com so we can coordinate directly!

Sign Up to Volunteer Today!

Make a difference by supporting a local beneficiary with your entry!

During registration, you can support a local beneficiary like one in the list below or another of your choosing. Look for the section that asks if you’d like to designate a portion of your entry fee to a beneficiary listed in the registration.

If your favorite beneficiary isn’t on the online form’s list, please email San Diego Running Co. at info@sandiegorunningco.com to inquire about how to add your charity. Above all, thanks to you, the O’side Turkey Trot has raised more than $500,000 for our schools/beneficiaries in the past seventeen years.

Move Your Feet Before You Eat!® Foundation

Complete 2023 Charities/Schools Breakdown

Note: Minimum 20 participants selected the charity

Got a question? We have an answer! Check out our most common questions below!

What’s the difference between the Early Wave 5K at 6:45 AM or Main Wave 5K at 8:05 AM?

• Only difference is the start time! Join the 5K that’s most convenient for you!

Are there age group awards for both 5Ks?

• Yes! They will each have their own age group awards.
  • Early Wave 5K – Top 3 in Each Category (Male and Female; Local and Open):
    • Top 3 Overall, 12 & Under, 13-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 25-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
  • Main Wave 5K – Top 3 in Each Category (Male and Female; Local and Open):
    • Top 3 Overall, 12 & Under, 13-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 25-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
  • Kid 1/5 Mile – Top 3 in Each Category: 4 & Under, 5 – 6 years old
  • Kids 1 Mile – Top 3 in Each Category: 7-8 years old, 9-10 years old, 11-12 years old

Is there still a 5 Mile Option?

• There are now two 5K options instead of the 5 Mile and the 5K. The 5 Mile route had a challenging road closure that created a number of safety concerns for our runners and the new residential communities along the route. But we are excited to start a new tradition with the two 5K options!

What’s included in my registration?

• All paid participants will receive an entry to the distance of their choice, a finisher shirt, a medal, bib number with timing, virtual coupons, and the opportunity to post your finisher time and personal photos of your trot.

Can I run with a dog?

• NO, we ask that you leave your four-legged friends at home during the Trot!

Can I walk?

• Absolutely! We will ask the walkers to start toward the back of each 5K. For the Early Wave 5K, we anticipate walkers starting at 7:00 AM. For the Main Wave 5K, we anticipate walkers starting at 8:30 AM.

Can I run with a stroller?

• Yes but we ask that you start in the final 2 waves as the road and pathways become narrow to the end of the run. We thank you in advance for your cooperation!

Will there be a Team Competition?

• Yes! We will give $100 gift certificates to the top 5 largest teams over 20 members.

Do you offer any discounts?

• We currently offer our multi-registration discount for groups of 3 or more. Because 10% of your entry goes towards one of our 96 charities, we don’t offer any other discounts. As a reminder, your entry fee includes a t-shirt, medal and timing!
• Are you active military? Use code MILITARY10 for 10% off!

How do I get my shirt and medal?

• Beat the race day rush and pick up your materials in advance of the race! All registered participants will receive a bib, t-shirt, and goodie bag. If you can’t make it to any of the Expo days, don’t fret; you’re welcome to send a friend or family member to Expo to pick up your race day necessities – as long as they come armed with a copy of everyone’s ID and waiver. Dates & Times:
  • Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024 – 11:00 am to 6:00 pm Junior Seau Beach Community Center, 300 N. The Strand, Oceanside
  • Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024 – 6:00 am to 9:00 am (Inside the Civic Center Parking Lot.)

Can my friend or family member pick up my bib?

• Yes, they just need to bring a picture of your ID (on phone is OK).

Can I transfer my registration to another person or defer to a future San Diego Running Co. event?

• Transfers – Participant to Participant: Transfers are available on each event’s registration site. Simply select the “Transfer” button located on the right side of the event’s Race Roster registration page and follow the prompts. A $15 transfer fee applies. The transfer window expires one week prior to the event date.
• Transfers – Changing Sub-Events: Sub-event transfers are available on each event’s registration site. Simply select the “Transfer” button located on the right side of the home page and follow the prompts. Refunds will not be applied for difference in sub-event pricing. The transfer window expires one week prior to the event date.
• Deferrals: Participants are extended a one-time deferral option to either the following year’s event or another SDRC equivalent event. Deferral requests must be made one week prior to the event date. A $15 deferral fee applies. Email us at info@sandiegorunningco.com with your deferral request.
• Deadline: All transfer and deferral requests must be received by one week prior to the event. There are no transfers/deferrals within one week of the event.