O'side Turkey Trot 5K & 5 Mile | Thanksgiving Morning

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O’side Turkey Trot • Event Details

Voted Top Trot by Runner’s World Magazine & LA Times

Recognized as one of the Top Trots in the country by Runner’s World Magazine and the Los Angeles Times, the trot attracts visitors from 46 States and 460 cities and benefits the Move Your Feet Before You Eat!® foundation.

Join us to “move your feet before you eat” this Thanksgiving at Oceanside’s 18th Annual Turkey Trot 5-mile or 5K run/walk. Register & join one of the fastest-growing holiday traditions. Be sure to bring the entire family, as there will be races for everyone. The event offers a costume contest, the largest teams competition, fabulous live entertainment on the course, and finisher medals for all participants. Free digital photos, medals, shirts, and live results to all registered participants. The event has raised over $470,000 for non-profits that serve O’side residents.

CLICK HERE FOR 2023 RESULTS

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Dates/Times

The scenic beachside course starts on Coast Highway and ends behind the amphitheater on the strand in Oceanside and features 5K or 5 miles of fast and flat stretches, water views and ocean breezes.

Date: Thursday, November 23rd

5 Miler Start Time: 6:45am

Start Line Location: 330 N. Coast Highway
Finish Line Location: The Strand & Seagaze

5K Start Time: 8:05am

Start Line Location: 330 N. Coast Highway
Finish Line Location: The Strand & Seagaze

Kids 1 Mile Start Time: 10:00am

Start Line Location: Tyson and Pacific
Finish Line Location: The Strand & Seagaze

Kids 1/5 Mile Start Time: 10:25am

Start Line Location: Tyson Park
Finish Line Location: The Strand & Seagaze

Registration

Adult Pricing

$49 | Adult 5K
$59 | Adult 5 Miler
$67 | Adult 5K/5 Miler Combo

Sr. (65+) & Active Military Pricing

$46 | Sr. (65+) & Active Military 5K
$55 | Sr. (65+) & Active Military 5 Miler
$62 | Sr. (65+) & Active Military 5K/5 Miler Combo

Youth (18 & Under Pricing)

$32 | Youth 5K
$38 | Youth 5 Miler
$45 | Youth 5K/5 Miler Combo

Youth Races

$30 | Youth 1 Mile (7-12 Years Old)
$30 | Youth 1/5 Mile (6 & Under)

Runner Perks

All Runners Receive:

Custom Race T-Shirt
Custom Finisher Medal
FREE Race Photos 📷
Chip Timing & Live Results ⌚
Age Group Awards for LOCAL & OPEN 🏆

PROUDLY BENEFITING

The Carlsbad-based Move Your Feet Before You Eat®! Foundation was created to promote health and well being through incorporating regular physical fitness into daily life. The foundation provides free Move Your Feet Before You Eat! Refrigerator magnets, Mileage Club materials, incentive certificates for program leaders and participants, and motivational videos and speakers to schools throughout North County. The Foundation donates to schools and non-profits that encourage physical activity. It is for all ages, but its sharpest focus is on encouraging physical activity among young people, who face an epidemic of lifestyle diseases such as diabetes that are an increasing threat, in part, because today’s children aren’t getting enough physical activity. Since 2007, the Foundation has donated more than $420,000 to local schools and non-profits in North County.

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O’side Turkey Trot • Important Event Details

We are so excited to host you for the 18th Annual O’side Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving! We want you to be ready for you to run, trot or walk so read all the important event details below, including schedule, parking and more! 👇

SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2023

11:00 am – 6:00 pm – Packet Pick-Up (Shirt & Bib)…..Jr. Seau Beach Community Center, 300 The Strand N, Oceanside, CA 92054

- If you purchased Mail My Packet, you do not need to come to the packet pick-up.
- You can pick-up for someone else as long as you have a photo of their ID (e.g. they text you a picture of their ID).
- You can pick-up race morning starting at 6:00a but lines will be very long. So we STRONGLY recommend coming on Wednesday. See below for Thursday pick-up information.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2023

6:00 am – Registration & Packet Pick Up, Oceanside Civic Center Parking Structure, 330 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054

- You will only pick up your bib number at the Civic Center on race morning. Shirts will be available at the Jr. Seau Beach Community Center, close to the finish line.

6:45 am – 5 Mile Run Start, Civic Center
7:00 am – Post Race Expo & Shirt Pick-Up, Oceanside Pier Amphitheater/Front of Beach Community Center
8:00 am – 5 Mile Awards, Amphitheater
8:05 am – 5K Run (Wave Start), Civic Center

- We will have pace signs in the starting corral so please start with the pace you feel you will run, trot or walk.

8:30 am – 5K Strollers & Walkers Start, Civic Center
9:30 am – 5K Awards, Amphitheater
9:45 am – Costume Contest, Amphitheater
10:00 am – Kids 1 Mile (7-12 years), Tyson St. & S. Pacific St
10:25 am – Kids 1/5 Mile (6 & Under), Tyson Street Park
10:45 am – Kids Awards, Amphitheater

- Kids Run Race day registration/check-in occurs inside the Civic Center parking garage and ends at 10:00 AM

START/FINISH LOCATIONS AND COURSE MAPS

5K & 5 Mile Start Line, Civic Center, 330 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054

Kids 1 Mile Start, Tyson St. & S. Pacific St., Oceanside, CA 92054

Kids 1/5 Mile Start, Tyson Street Park (on the Strand), Oceanside, CA 92054

Finish Line (All Races) & Post Race Expo, Oceanside Pier Amphitheater, Oceanside, CA 92054

Course Map: CLICK HERE

PARKING/SHUTTLES/DROP-OFF

We have numerous parking options:

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!

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

There will be numerous road closures the morning of the race. So visit the DRIVING DIRECTIONS page (scroll partway down the page) to read more on how to drive to the race, as it depends on your arrival time and the direction you are driving from.

DROP-OFF LOCATIONS

If you prefer to be dropped off, please utilize these free drop off locations:
1. Civic Center Dr & North Horne St.
2. North Freeman St. and Seagaze Dr.

FREE SHUTTLE PARKING

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

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. You can find shuttle parking at:

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

ADA PARKING

Handicapped spaces are available in lots on Pier View Way or Seagaze Dr., west of Coast Hwy that have existing handicapped spaces. Additional handicap spots are available via Myers St. lots adjacent to Mission, Pier View, and Seagaze west of Coast Hwy. Take Oceanside Blvd to Myers Street and drive North to lots.

DOG POLICY

We ask you leave your dogs at home. Unfortunately with so many people running in very narrow areas, it is not safe to have dogs during the 5 Mile, 5K or Kids Run.

STROLLER POLICY

We are stroller friendly!! If you plan to walk or go at a leisurely pace, we ask you to start with the strollers and walkers in the back of each race.

RACE RESULTS

Race Results will be live and available immediately after you cross the finish line. Look up your results by scanning the QR code on your bib or by clicking here: RACE RESULTS.

Shoutout to our friends at TimingHQ for all their timing support!

AWARDS

AGE GROUP AWARDS

All awards will be distributed shortly after each race. We will have awards for both Local (Oceanside residents) and Open (non-residents):

5 Mile and 5K – Top 3 in Each Category (Male and Female):
- Top 3 Overall Male & Female (local and open)
- 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+ (local and open)
Kids 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

Awards must be picked up from the awards tent post-race. You must pick up your award after the race to receive it!

COSTUME AND TEAM AWARDS

We will also be awarding Oceanside restaurant gift certificates for largest teams and best costume! The top 10 largest teams and the top 3 best costumes will receive gift certificates.

FREE RACE PHOTOS

Race photos will be taken along the course and at the finish provided by 3PIXstudiosfor FREE! You will receive an e-mail with a link to these photos within 2-3 days after the event. These complimentary photos will be free for you to download and share! Be sure to tag @sdrunningco and #osideturkeytrot.

How does it work to receive your photos? When participating, wear your race bib on the FRONT of your shirt/body and have it clearly visible to the photography team on course. We will upload the thousands of photos to Race Roster (our registration provider) where it will automatically read your bib number in the photo (if it’s visible). Following the event we’ll send you a link to search for photos that are a match for your number!

Shout out to our photography team at 3PIXstudios!

GEAR CHECK

There will be a gear check available near the start line at the Civic Center Plaza near the water fountains. Please bring your own reusable bag. We will attach your gear check tag that is attached to your bib. All gear MUST be picked up by 11:00a on Thanksgiving.

RESTROOMS AND AID STATIONS

We will have portable restrooms located at the start and finish line, as well at aid stations along the route.

5 MILE WATER STATIONS: Located at 1.5 miles, 2.5 miles and 3.75 miles. We will have water at the aid station and bathrooms nearby!

5K WATER STATION: Located at 1.75 miles. We will have water at the aid station and bathrooms nearby!

MEDICAL

If you experience a medical problem on course, go to the nearest aid station where a medical representative will be called to assist you. If you are unable to finish the race, shuttle transportation to the finish can also be called from every aid station. Additionally, a SAG vehicle will be picking up participants who need transport to the finish. Additional medical staff equipped with first aid and comfort supplies will be located at the final aid stations to provide support as well.

WEATHER

The forecast looks great for event day! We are anticipating a partly cloudy morning with a temperature of 50 degrees during the 5 Mile and 60 degrees during the 5K.

LAST CHANCE TO JOIN!

Do you have friends or family still waiting to join the Trot? Send them code FRIENDS10 to join you for 10% off! CLICK HERE to register.

O’side Turkey Trot • Course & Parking Maps

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!

ADA Parking Options

Handicapped spaces are available in lots on Pier View Way or Seagaze, west of Coast Hwy that have existing handicapped spaces. Additional handicap spots are available via Myers St. lots adjacent to Mission, Pier View, and Seagaze west of Coast Hwy. Take Oceanside Blvd to Myers Street and drive North to lots.

Friends & Family Drop Off

If you prefer to be dropped off, please utilize these free drop off locations:
1. Horne and Civic Center
2. Freeman and Seagaze.

See map for locations!

5K Course

The 5K starts at the Civic Center and finishes at the Pier! You may only walk with a stroller in the 5K, no running strollers are allowed! Strollers in the 5K must line up in the final 2 waves!

5 Mile Course

The 5 Mile starts at the Civic Center and finishes at the Pier! You will need to keep a 12 minute pace, as we need to make sure we open the roads to the businesses and residents. You may run or walk with a stroller in the 5 Mile Run!

Driving Directions

From The North

Orange County of Northeast of Highway 76

Before 6:30am

From I-5, Exit Coast Hwy, turn left on Coast Hwy

Turn left at Surfrider Way to park close to the start line /Civic Center
- Additional parking is available by turning RIGHT on Surfrider Way and then left on Cleveland.
Or exit on Mission Ave and travel west to parking lots located east of Coast Hwy, and North and South of Mission Ave. You may also park at Oceanside High School.

After 6:30am

From I-5, Exit on Mission Ave.and travel west to parking lots located east of Coast Hwy, and North and South of Mission Ave. You may also park at Oceanside High School.

Please note: The Hwy 76/Coast Hwy exit from I-5 southbound will be closed from 6:30am – 8:00am

From the South

Carlsbad, San Diego or Southeast (Vista-78 Freeway)

Before 6:30am

From I-5 – Exit Mission and head west to:

Lots on Myers Street/Pier View
Lots North of Pier View Way
Street parking adjacent to Surfrider
Lots east of Coast Hwy. and north and south of Mission

After 6:30am

From I-5 – exit Oceanside Blvd and head West.

Go thru Coast Highway.
Turn right on Myers St.; park in Beach/Train lot (on your right).
OR, turn right on Tremont and travel North, turn left on Seagaze and park in the Oceanside Transit multi-level parking structure or, turn left on Seagaze and turn right on Mission to reach The SALT multi-use structure @ Cleveland & Pier View.

FREE Parking Shuttle

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

North Coastal Live Well Healthy Center | 1701 Mission Ave
Mira Costa Community Learning Center | 1831 Mission Ave
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.

O’side Turkey Trot • Road Closures

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!

North Coast Village

To Exit BETWEEN 6:45am – 7:30am

Exit to Breakwater:

Turn left (when the traffic officer indicates it is safe) turn right on Pacific. Then left on Surfrider, right on Cleveland, left on Seagaze, right on Tremont to Oceanside Blvd. After 7:30 am, you will be able to turn right on Pacific and turn left on Surfrider, and then left on Coast Hwy.

Exit to N. Coast Village Way:

Turn right, right on Pacific St. and wait for the traffic officer at Breakwater / Pacific to allow you through. Then left on Surfrider, right on Cleveland, left on Seagaze, right on Tremont to Oceanside Blvd. After 7:30 am, you will be able to turn right on Pacific and turn left on Surfrider, and then left on Coast Hwy.

Downtown Area – West of Coast Highway

To Exit BEFORE or AFTER 7:30am

You can get to Coast Hwy from Surfrider and head North. You may experience slight delays if the 5-mile runners are delayed. If you need to travel south, you can turn left on Coast Hwy and take the I-5 South.

To Exit BETWEEN 6:30am – 7:30am

Travel South on Cleveland Street, turn left on Seagaze and right on Tremont to Oceanside Blvd. (You may need to get to Surfrider first depending on your location)

West of Coast Highway & South of Pier View

Residents west of train tracks – You can exit from the alley between Myers St. and Pacific to Oceanside Blvd. Or you can exit south to Oceanside Blvd by taking Myers St going North, turn right on Mission Ave, turn right on Cleveland, left on Seagaze and right on S. Tremont St. OR – Residents east of the train tracks – you can use Tremont to exit to Oceanside Blvd.

Harbor Area

To Exit BETWEEN 6:45am – 7:30am

On the southwest side of the tunnel:

You will be able to exit, but please be prepared for delays and detours, as you will need to exit the area at Oceanside Blvd! You will be directed to turn right on Pacific Street and wait for the traffic officer at Breakwater/Pacific to allow you through and then left on Surfrider, right on Cleveland, left on Seagaze, right on Tremont to Oceanside Blvd. After 7:30 am, you will be able to exit out Harbor Drive as normal.

On the north side of the tunnel:

You will be able to enter & exit via Harbor Drive.

West side of Coast Highway and surrounding Carmelo Dr.:

You will be able to exit Carmelo to Harbor Dr.

Downtown Area – East of Coast Highway

East of Coast Hwy – between Mission Ave & Oceanside Blvd

– Use any of the streets eastbound to Ditmar or Nevada to Oceanside Blvd.

– OR take any street eastbound to Horne or Clementine to Mission Ave and turn right.

East of Coast Hwy – between Mission Ave & Neptune

– You can use Coast Hwy (NB only) by using Surfrider or Neptune Way

– OR take any street eastbound to Horne or Clementine to Mission Ave and turn left.

REVIEW ALL ROAD CLOSURES HERE

O’side Turkey Trot • Expo & Packet Pick-Up

FREE - Packet Pick Up

Pick up your race packet at the expo or race morning. Details listed below.

$12 - Mail My Packet

We will mail your packet directly to your house a week prior to the event! Note: Deadline to purchase Mail My Packet is Wednesday, November 8, 2023.

Mail My Packet

Expo & Packet Pick Up

Beat the race day rush and pick up your materials in advance of the race! All registered participants will receive a bib and t-shirt. If you can’t make it on Wednesday, don’t fret; you’re welcome to send a friend or family member to pick up your race day necessities – as long as they come with a copy of everyone’s ID (picture on your phone is acceptable/recommended). Or, you can pick up your items on race day! Just be prepared for long wait lines on event morning.

Packet Pick Up & Times:

Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Time: 11:00am to 6:00pm

Location: Junior Seau Beach Community Center

Date: Thursday, November 23, 2023

Time: 6:00am to 9:00am

Location: Civic Center Parking Lot

Expo Dates & Times:

Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Time: 11:00am to 6:00pm

Location: Junior Seau Beach Community Center

Date: Thursday, November 23, 2023

Time: 6:00am to 11:00am

Location: Oceanside Pier Amphitheater

Expo Vendors

The O’side Turkey Trot features a race-day Health and Fitness Expo in the Junior Seau Beach Amphitheater. Check out all the great exhibitors and photo ops! Don’t forget to strike a pose and take your photo at the finish line photo backdrops right after you finish. T-shirts and souvenirs will also be available in the expo area on race day if you didn’t pick them up on Wednesday.

O’side Turkey Trot • Team Competition

The Team Competition is always a spirited contest! The top 10 largest teams will receive a gift card to a local Oceanside restaurant. So recruit your family and family and see if you can make the leaderboard for the largest teams at the O’side Turkey Trot!

2023 3rd Place Team – El Camino Cross Country/Oceanside Dolphins Track Club

The top 10 Largest Teams will each win a $100 gift certificate from Oceanside Restaurants and businesses! Special thanks to our supporters!

Congrats to the Top Ten Teams for 2023!

San Diego Waves XTC: 53 participants
Burn Boot Camp: 47 participants
El Camino Country / Oceanside Dolphins Track Club: 32 participants
My Physio’s Gobble Gang: 26 participants
Escondido Boot Camp: 25 participants
Carlsbad Coastal Runners: 24 participants
Assault Fitness Team, 23 participants
Frazier Farms, 23 partickipants
BGCO, 21 participants
Team Moralitos, 18 participants

TEAM PHOTOS

We recommend taking your team pictures at the start line in front of the Oceanside Museum of Art the morning of the Trot. It makes a beautiful backdrop. Don’t forget to share it on Instagram using our hashtag #osideturkeytrot.

Special thanks to the businesses providing $100 in gift certificates to our top 10 largest teams!

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O’side Turkey Trot • Results

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