2026 World Help Turkey Wobble
Huntington Beach, CA
Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
21599 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach CA
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52–67°F · low rain risk
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57–72°F
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About this race
World Help Turkey Wobble 2026
The World Help Turkey Wobble is a beloved Thanksgiving morning tradition in Huntington Beach, California, bringing families and friends together for a scenic 5K and 10K walk/run along the coastline — all for a powerful purpose: providing clean, life-saving water to communities in need around the world.
Event Overview
- Date: November 26, 2026
- Location: 21599 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA
- Race Types: 5K and 10K
- Registration: Sign up here
Purpose
For 15 years, this family-friendly event has united hundreds of participants who choose to start their Thanksgiving with gratitude in action. Partnering with World Help, a trusted faith-based humanitarian organization, 85% of every dollar raised goes directly toward drilling clean water wells.
- Well Cost: Each well costs $5,000.
- Impact: Provides safe drinking water to approximately 1,000 people for 10–13 years.
- Achievements: The Turkey Wobble has funded 76 wells, bringing clean water to more than 66,000 people.
- 2026 Goal: Fund 12 additional wells.
Event Details
The event course is on one of the most beautiful beaches in America! The start/finish line will be on the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Beach Boulevard on the sand of the multipurpose path.
- Course: The 1K, 5K and 10K routes are flat, out and back.
- Scenery: Enjoy the pounding surf and cool ocean breeze while traveling under the historic Huntington Beach Pier, the outdoor Surf Museum, and the charming Main St. of Surf City, USA.
- Community: The event offers multiple sponsorship opportunities (Platinum, Gold, and Silver levels), team registrations, and individual sign-ups.
- Accessibility: This event is for everyone!
Additional Information
- Strollers: Families with strollers are welcome. Please start at the back of the pack for everyone’s safety.
- Parking: Available in the parking lot next to the start/finish area and on the street.
- Packet Pickup: Number and shirt pickup will occur the day of the event when you check in.
- Virtual Option: The event may switch to run virtually if it has to close due to rain. Communication will be sent by noon, November 25 if changes are necessary.
The World Help Turkey Wobble isn’t just a race — it’s a movement of gratitude, generosity, and global impact. We have so much to be thankful for so spend Thanksgiving morning giving back.
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