Turkey Day Trot- 5K & Family 1-Miler

Turkey Day Trot: Stride for Peace 5K & Family 1-Miler

Location: Crescent Bay Park — 2000 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Date: Thanksgiving Morning — Thursday, November 26, 2026

Check-In Opens: 6:30 AM | Event Begins: 8:00 AM

Event Details

• Untimed Event: This is an UNTIMED Event
• Check-in: Bib Pick/Runner check is on event day. You will pick up your number prior to the event kick off.
• Opening Time: Check in opens at 7:00 AM

Start Your Thanksgiving with Purpose

Gather your loved ones and begin your Thanksgiving morning with gratitude, movement, and meaning. The Turkey Day Trot: Stride for Peace is an untimed, family-friendly event featuring a 5K Stride for Peace and a Family 1-Miler along the beautiful Santa Monica shoreline.

Walk, stroll, or stride—there’s no rush, just fresh ocean air, good company, and a spirit of togetherness.

Event Highlights

• 5K Stride for Peace: Scenic, peaceful, and community-centered
• Family 1-Miler: Perfect for kids, grandparents, strollers, and all abilities
• Festive Features: Coastal views and festive photo ops
• Participant Perks: Finisher medals for every participant, free event-day photos, and post-stride music

The Course

• Start/Finish: Begins and ends at Crescent Bay Park
• Path: Follows the Santa Monica Beach Path with ocean views
• Amenities: Water stop at North Beach Playground
• Turnaround: Clearly marked turnaround points before returning to the park for celebration and photos

Striding for a Cause

We’re proud to partner with Merge Opportunities, a Long Beach–based nonprofit creating pathways to employment, education, and empowerment for individuals facing barriers to work. Their programs provide hands-on job training, mentorship, and community support — helping participants build confidence, develop skills, and achieve long-term stability.

During registration, you’ll have the opportunity to donate directly to Merge Opportunities, ensuring every stride helps create meaningful opportunities and stronger communities for all.

Join Us

Make this Thanksgiving morning more than a meal — make it a movement. Bring your friends, your family, your pets, and your gratitude. Together, let’s stride for peace, healing, and hope.

For more information, visit Turkey Day Trot.