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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
17801 Lake Perris, Perris CA
10K · 1 Mile · 5K
47–71°F · low rain risk
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2025
49–60°F
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2024
46–77°F
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2023
48–72°F
dry
2022
37–71°F
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2021
52–80°F
dry
2020
54–80°F
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2019
49–58°F
dry
2018
42–68°F
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2017
55–88°F
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2016
52–58°F
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About this race
🦃 13th Annual Turkey Run 2026
Presented by Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC)
🏃♂️ 5K • 10K • Kids 1-Mile Race
Join us for an exciting Thanksgiving running tradition at beautiful Lake Perris Dam. Whether you're a competitive runner, casual jogger, walker, or participating with family and friends, this event is designed for all fitness levels.
Enjoy a fast, scenic, and traffic-free course while celebrating health, community, and the spirit of Thanksgiving.
Event Details and Schedule
- Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Location: Lake Perris Dam – Fisherman Lot Entrance
- Arrival Time: 7:30 AM
- Parking: Fisherman Lot & Lot 1
📝 Registration
Online Registration
- Registration closes: Friday, November 20, 2026
Race Day Registration
- Location: Lake Perris Dam (Fisherman Lot)
- Time: 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM
👥 Participant Divisions
5K & 10K
- Men's Open: Ages 12 & Up
- Women's Open: Ages 12 & Up
Kids 1-Mile Race
- Boys & Girls: Ages 5–12
⏰ Race Day Schedule
- 7:30 AM: Participant Arrival, Packet Pick-Up & Check-In
- 8:15 AM: Kids 1-Mile Race
- 8:30 AM: 5K & 10K Race Start
- 9:30 AM: Awards Ceremony
💲 Entry Fees
- 5K: $20
- 10K: $25
- Kids 1-Mile: $5
- Payment: Payment may be made online or on race day during registration.
🚗 Parking Information
- Lake Perris entrance fee: $10 per vehicle (paid at the gate).
- Parking available at: Fisherman Lot, Lot 1
- Note: Please arrive early to avoid delays.
🏅 Awards
Awards will be presented to the Top 3 Overall Finishers in:
5K
- Top 3 Male Overall
- Top 3 Female Overall
10K
- Top 3 Male Overall
- Top 3 Female Overall
Kids 1-Mile Race
- Top 3 Boys
- Top 3 Girls
Special Thanksgiving Turkey Prize: Overall winners of each race will receive a Thanksgiving turkey courtesy of MVRRC.
📞 Contact Information
- Race Director: Henry Roman
- Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC)
- Email: mvrrc@hotmail.com
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For more information, please visit the event page: Race Registration.
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