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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
South Coast Highway 101 & West D Street, Encinitas CA
5K · 10K
51–67°F · low rain risk
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2025
51–71°F
dry
2024
50–67°F
dry
2023
54–69°F
dry
2022
45–67°F
dry
2021
54–77°F
dry
2020
51–63°F
dry
2019
52–65°F
dry
2018
55–73°F
dry
2017
55–66°F
dry
2016
50–62°F
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About this race
ENCINITAS TURKEY TROT 2026
Date: November 26, 2026
Location: South Coast Highway 101 & West D Street, Encinitas, CA
Race Schedule
- 10k Start: 7:30 AM
- Kids-K Starts: 7:40 AM
- 5K Start: 8:00 AM
Additional Information
- Packet Pick Up: Details here
- View Course: 10k Course Map
- View Course: 5K Course Map
What's Included:
- Runner T-Shirt: Enjoy a stylish runner t-shirt.
- Finisher Bling: Celebrate your achievement with a medal.
- Scenic Encinitas Course: Run through beautiful Encinitas.
- Prize Money: Contest for the best costume.
Best Costume Prize
🥇 $300, 🥈 $200, 🥉 $100 (Individual & Team)
Supporting a Cause
Proceeds benefit VANC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans and their families, helping to reduce PTSD and veteran suicide.
Exclusive Shopping at Columbia Outlet
Enjoy up to 40% off Retail at the Columbia Employee Outlet in Carlsbad!
For more information, visit the race page: Encinitas Turkey Trot 2026.
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