11-06-2026 5:42am

Dana Point Turkey Trot | Thanksgiving Morning | Dana Point Harbor

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Join us Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, for the 49th Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot - one of the nation's largest and most scenic turkey trots.

Held in the picturesque Dana Point Harbor, this USA Track & Field-certified event offers a 5K, 10K, Combo 15K, and Kids' 1-Mile Gobble Wobble.

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Enjoy a festive atmosphere with a costume contest, health & fitness expo, and more. Best of all, your participation supports local charities - helping us give back to the community.

PACKET PICK-UP

Wednesday, November 25, 2026 @ 12:00 - 6:00 PM
Thursday, November 26, 2026 @ 6:00 - 11:00 AM (Race Day)

PICKING UP RACE PACKETS

Have your registration confirmation readily available to scan.
Participants will pick up their T-Shirt and Bib. A bib number will be assigned to you at check-in.
Medals will be given to you at the Finish Line.
All participants 18 years and older are required to sign a waiver during online registration. A parent/guardian will sign their minor's waiver.

PARKING, SHUTTLES & ROAD CLOSURES

FREE Shuttles will be available on Race Day (Thursday) from 5:30 - 11:15 AM:
- Dana Hills High School (33333 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629) to Del Prado and Golden Lantern, just one block away from the race and expo.
Public street parking is available just one block up from the race on Del Prado and in any of the City's public parking lots in the Lantern District.
FREE E-Bike Corral Parking is available in the Dana Point Harbor parking lot. Supply your own lock. Park at your own risk. E-Bike Corral Hours: Thanksgiving Day @ 6:30 - 11:00 AM.

EXPO / FESTIVAL AREA

Visit our Expo Vendors & Sponsors for giveaways, special sales, samplings, and more!
Visit the Merchandise Tent for Turkey Trot swag items like t-shirts, foam visors, pie hats and much more!
Snap a photo with our Turkey Trot mascot, Drumstick!
Tag us in your photos @danapointturkeytrot and #dpturkeytrot