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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
6350 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys CA
Half · 10K · 15K · 5K
50–71°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Turkey Trot Run/Walk
We are back at Lake Balboa/Woodley Park!! It's time for our Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon run/walk!
Event URL: Turkey Trot 2026 Registration
Included in Registration
- Custom finisher medals: All participants will receive a medal.
- Drawstring goodie bags: Packed with surprises!
- Free videos: Capture your moment on the course.
- Chip timing: Accurate timing for all races.
Participants will also enjoy live results the moment you finish, free photos found by your bib, cinematic race highlight reels, trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones, your Ascend Index ranking across every race, and the Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times.
- Free A Better World Running APP: Keep track of all your races, photos, and videos.
- Assortment of snacks: Refreshments for participants.
- Friendly experience: A relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities.
- Affordable cost: Fun for the whole family!
Bib Pick Up
Two options for bib pick-up:
- Option 1: Wednesday 11/25 Bib Pick-Up in the afternoon – details will be announced in November 2026 via email.
- Option 2: Thursday 11/26 from 6:15 AM - 7:20 AM on race morning.
Location: 6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406, Woodley Park Section 1 (off Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd).
Google maps - Directions to Woodley Ave
Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318
Course Details
The course is easy to follow, consisting of loops around the path that will be marked. This easy out-and-back course includes one small hill about 0.6 miles from the start.
- 5k: 1 loop
- 10k: 2 loops
- 15k: 3 loops
- Half Marathon: 3 extended 5k loops
Link to map: GMap Pedestrian Course
Time limit: 3:15. If more time is needed, please email: abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for an early start.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, Thanksgiving, Nov 26, 2026
Start Time: 7:30 AM (additional waves may be added in October/November 2026)
Address & Directions
Address: 6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406, Woodley Park Section 1 (off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd).
Check-in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.
Parking: Available in the parking lots off Woodley Ave and Victory Blvd.
Parking Information
Dirt overflow parking is also available on the other side of Woodley Ave near the golf course.
Google maps - Dirt Overflow Parking
Apple maps - 34.185112, -118.485833
Important Reminders
- Everyone must finish through the tunnel: do not cross Woodley Ave.
- Official times and places will be posted on our website: A Better World Running
- No refunds or bandits.
Course map
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