ORRC Turkey Trot at The Zoo

Event Overview

• Event Name: ORRC Turkey Trot at The Oregon Zoo
• Date: November 26, 2026
• Location: Outside The Oregon Zoo Main Gate by the Forestry Center, Portland, OR
• Registration Link: Register Here

Race Description

• Event Type: A multi-generational family event for runners and walkers of all abilities.
• Course: A 5K, untimed out-and-back course starting at The Oregon Zoo.
• Finish Line: Inside The Oregon Zoo at Elephant Plaza.
• Kids Events: The Tot Trot (0-4 years old) and Gobble Gallop (5-10 years old) follow the 5K.

Participant Perks

• Gifts: Every entrant receives an awesome beanie hat and chocolate turkey.
• Event Shirts: Optional purchase with a request deadline of November 1st.
• Participant Limit: Capped for non-ORRC members at 2,200 participants.
• Registration Deadline: Thursday, November 19, 2026. No day of race registration.

Start Line Information

• Last Start: 7:39 AM for slower walkers and families with strollers.
• No Late Starts: Plan to arrive by 7:00 AM for parking, bib pickup, and restroom access.
• Course Closure: Arriving late may prevent completion of the entire course.

Charitable Contribution

• Benefit Amount: Approximately $25,000 of registration fees goes to The Oregon Zoo.