2026 Corvallis Turkey Trot 1K, 5K & 10K
Corvallis, OR
Thu, Nov 26, 2026
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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
1310 SW Avery Park Dr, Corvallis OR
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37–49°F · some rain risk
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2025
40–52°F
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2024
37–48°F
dry
2023
28–44°F
dry
2022
32–46°F
dry
2021
45–53°F
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2020
38–50°F
dry
2019
35–39°F
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2018
40–57°F
dry
2017
37–55°F
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2016
38–52°F
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37°F at the start.
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About this race
Description
Turkey Trot 2026: Thanksgiving Day 1K, 5K, and 10K!
Build a hearty appetite for your Thanksgiving feast by participating in this family friendly event. Runners, walkers, kids in strollers and dogs on leashes are all welcome on this fun run. Routes will take you through beautiful Crystal Lake Sports Fields & Willamette Park in Corvallis.
All ages welcome!
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Early Race Bib Pick Up, Location: Corvallis Community Center
- Tuesday, November 24, 12-7pm
- Wednesday, November 25, 12pm-6pm
- Location: Crystal Lake Sports Complex (100 SE Fischer Lane Corvallis, OR 97333)
- Race Categories:
- 1K Little Gobblers (Perfect for kids and families) Ages 0-12
- 5K Run/Walk (Great for all fitness levels)
- 10K Run/Walk (Challenge yourself!)
Pricing
- 5K & 10K Run/Walk – $40
- Register before November 1, 2026 to receive a t-shirt!
Race Day Schedule
- 6:30-8:00 AM: Last minute registration and race bib pick-up
- 8:20 AM: Little Gobblers Warm-up & Stretching
- 8:30 AM: 1K Little Gobblers START
- 8:55 AM: 10K runners line-up
- 9:00 AM: 10K START
- 9:10 AM: 5K runners line-up
- 9:15 AM: 5K Wave 1 START – Fast Runners (9:00 min/mile or faster)
- 9:18 AM: 5K Wave 2 START – Runners (9:00-11:00 min/mile)
- 9:21 AM: 5K Wave 3 START – Joggers (11:00-14:00 min/mile)
- 9:24 AM: 5K Wave 4 START – Walkers & Families with Strollers (14:00+ min/mile)
- 10:00 AM: Awards Ceremony in the Event Village
Highlights
- Race Timing: Accurate race results with state-of-the-art chip timing for all 5K and 10K participants. Your official time begins when you cross the start line.
- Pet Friendly: Bring your furry friend! Dogs welcome on leash.
- Awards: Special awards for top 5K and 10K man, woman, and non-binary finishers in each age category.
- Under 14
- 15-24
- 25-34
- 35-44
- 45-54
- 55-64
- 65-74
- 75+
Don't miss out on the fun! Register today!
Volunteer at Turkey Trot 2026!
Not a runner? No problem! You can still be a part of the excitement and make a difference by volunteering at Turkey Trot 2026. We need enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to help us make this event a success.
Volunteer Opportunities:
- Race Bib Pick-Up: Help support packet pick-up and registration on Tuesday. November 25 and Wednesday, November 26.
- Race Day Support: Assist with set up, water stations, course monitors, and post-race tear down on Thanksgiving Day.
How to Volunteer:
Sign up to volunteer at through Better Impact.
Your time and energy will help make Turkey Trot a memorable and successful event for everyone involved. We can’t do it without you!
Early Race Bib Pick Up, location: Corvallis Community Center
- Tuesday, November 24, 12-7pm
- Wednesday, November 25, 12-6pm
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