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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek CA
5K · 10K
43–59°F · low rain risk
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2025
41–52°F
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46–56°F
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40–57°F
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43–64°F
dry
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44–64°F
dry
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42–61°F
dry
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38–52°F
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46–63°F
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2017
55–61°F
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48–52°F
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About this race
Race Overview
Join us Thanksgiving morning - Thursday Nov. 26th from 8:00-10:30am - for the Walnut Creek Turkey Trot and celebrate our favorite Thanksgiving tradition! Before you settle in for dinner on Turkey Day, enjoy a little exercise with your community! We look forward to seeing everyone in person again. Let's celebrate our triumphs together this year!
Beneficiaries
Proceeds benefit:
- White Pony Express: Helping feed the hungry.
- Pledge to Humanity: Supporting community causes.
- Forma Kids Foundation: Empowering children in need.
Course Information
- 5K and 10K: Both courses go through beautiful downtown Walnut Creek.
- 10K Route: Extends out onto the Iron Horse Trail.
- Surface: Both 5K and 10K are paved and flat.
Packet Pick Up
Race packets will be available at Forma Gym:
- Tuesday, 11/24: 1pm-7pm
- Wednesday, 11/25: 12pm-6pm
- Location: Forma Gym, 1908 Olympic Blvd. Walnut Creek, CA.
Race day registration and packet pick-up will start at 6:30am near the library at Civic Park.
Parking Information
Civic Park: Centrally located in Downtown Walnut Creek, on Civic Drive, one block east of North Broadway.
- Street Parking: Available along downtown streets adjacent to Civic Park.
- Business Parking Lots: Several nearby businesses (banks, etc.) will be closed on Thanksgiving morning, providing additional parking options.
Race Corral Details
To simplify the flow of the event, we will have wave start times for the 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Runs. When you arrive at the race, please line up at the corral that corresponds with your bib number.
- 10K Run: Starting at 8:00am
- 5K Run: Starting at 8:10am
- 5K Run, Strollers & Walkers: Starting at 8:15am
- Kids Fun Run: Starting at 10:00am
Runners should arrive early to ensure they can find the appropriate corral before their designated start time.
Aid Stations
Aid stations along the 5K and 10K will be stocked with water and fluid replacement.
Chip Timing
The 5K and 10K are chip-timed. The timing chips will be adhered to the back of your race bib when you pick it up. Simply wear the bib on the front of your body free of race belts, clothing, etc.
Age Divisions Awards
Age divisions for the 5K and 10K are: 17 and under, 18-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65-74, 75+.
The kid’s fun runs are not timed or scored: each finisher will receive a custom medal.
Awards will not be given out at the race because of the race falling on a holiday. Awards will be available for pick up starting Monday, Dec. 3rd at Forma Gym. If you live out of the area, you may call Forma Gym or email the race director at [email protected] to have your medal mailed.
Weather
The event will take place rain or shine.
Refund Policy and Entry Rules
All entries are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. Event happens rain or shine. No refunds under any circumstances. All race communication is done via email, so please include the email that you used on your entry.
More Information
For more details, visit the official race page: Walnut Creek Turkey Trot.
Course map
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