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Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Lago Vista Sports Park, Menifee CA
10K · 5K
46–70°F · low rain risk
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2025
47–77°F
dry
2024
48–71°F
dry
2023
44–64°F
dry
2022
44–70°F
dry
2021
41–76°F
dry
2020
45–67°F
dry
2019
43–62°F
dry
2018
50–74°F
dry
2017
52–83°F
dry
2016
38–60°F
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About this race
Inland Valley Turkey Trot Overview
Join us for the 5th annual Inland Valley Turkey Trot! The race will take place in the City of Menifee from Lago Vista Sports Park. The 2 Mile, 5K, and 10K courses are flat and fast with a downhill start and short uphill to the finish along scenic Menifee Lakes. The course is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages!
Please be aware that this event is held on an open course, which means the streets will remain open to traffic. All three events will occur on the sidewalks and bicycle paths that run along the course.
Please visit the Inland Valley Turkey Trot event page for race and course info
Events
All events are capped to a limited field size
- 2-Mile: A short, speedy race perfect for everyone.
- 5-K: Great for runners of all abilities.
- 10-K: A challenging distance to test your limits.
- Endurance Challenge: Complete the 10K, 5K, and 2 Mile for a special challenge.
- Kids Fun Run: Includes a 300 Meter Dash for young ones.
What's Included in Registration
- 2026 Commemorative T-Shirt: Available in unisex, men's, and women's styles.
- 2026 Finisher's Medal: Celebrate your achievement.
- Race Bib: Includes chip timing for accurate results.
- Free Race Photos: Capture your experience.
- Complimentary Churro: Treat yourself post-race!
- Post Race Snacks: Enjoy refreshments after the run.
- Kids Fun Run Medal: Plus a donut for kids aged 2-8.
Race Day Schedule
Race Start begins on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27, 2025
- 6:30am: 10K Race
- 6:30am: Endurance Challenge (10K, 5K, 2 Mile)
- 7:45am: 5K Race
- 8:45am: 2 Mile Race
- 9:45am: Kids Fun Run (Parents may run/walk alongside their child during the run)
Endurance Challenge
Craving a Thanksgiving Feast running challenge? Sign up for the Endurance Challenge and complete all three distances for the ultimate Thanksgiving Day challenge! Only 20 spots are available for the Endurance Challenge, so act quickly to secure your spot and get the opportunity to complete all three races!
Run as a Team!
Make it a fun Thanksgiving activity for the whole family. Grab your friends and family and sign up as a team! 2025 turkey trot teams will be entered to win a charcuterie board from Boards by Design Charcuterie!
Awards
Custom awards brought to you by goruncrew!
- Overall Winners: Top three overall men and women in each distance will receive a custom race medal and goruncrew prize.
- Complimentary Entry: Overall winners will receive a complimentary entry into next year's turkey trot event!
- Course Record Prize: Set a new course record and win a goruncrew prize!
- Endurance Challenge: The top male and female Endurance Challenge winners will receive a custom race medal!
Course Records
10K
- Colby Piehler-Pike: 36:36 (2025)
- Jessica Clayton: 39:46 (2023)
5K
- Sammy Daniel: 17:17 (2025)
- Emily Kendrick: 18:40 (2025)
2 Mile
- Tyler White: 11:50 (2023)
- Alissa Coffman: 15:09 (2025)
Lago Vista Start/Finish Area
- Snacks and Refreshments: Provided by Baron’s Market at the Start/Finish area.
- Breakfast Options: Burritos, coffee, and dessert available from local vendors!
- Kids Fun Run: Each participant will receive a medal and a donut.
- Physical Therapy Support: Our friends from PacificPro Physical Therapy Canyon Hills will be onsite!
Course map
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