Big Bear Lake Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
Join the Annual Big Bear Turkey Trot this Thanksgiving Day!
Join the Big Bear Turkey Trot and kick off the holiday with a 3 mile fun run (or walk)! This is a family friendly event where all ages are welcome.
Event Date, Time & Place
Thursday, November 26, 2026
From 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Located at Dank Donuts, 42612 Moonridge Rd
Event Details
Early Bird Pricing
3 Mile Race
- Adults - $43.40
- Youth (under 18 years old) - $25
Ticket prices will increase after November 24th, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST. Locals receive a $5 discount with ID at packet pickup.
Children under age 5 participate for FREE, but parents or guardians must sign a waiver. Only paid entries receive a shirt, medal, bib, prizes, etc.
What You Get
Registrants each get:
- Custom shirt
- Commemorative medal
- Custom Bib
- Race Timing
- Eligibility for age group awards and costume contest prizes
Packet Pick Up Options
Packet Pickup
- November 23rd - November 25th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Yellow Post, 546 Pine Knot Blvd.
- Race Morning: November 26 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM at Dank Donuts, 42612 Moonridge Rd Big Bear Lake, CA.
Prizes!
The Big Bear Lake Turkey Trot awards:
- Top 3 Male runners overall in the 3, 6 and 9 mile events
- Top 3 Female runners overall in the 3, 6 and 9 mile events
- Top 3 Male runners in each age group for the 3, 6 and 9 mile events
- Top 3 Female runners in each age group for the 3, 6 and 9 mile events
Age Groups:
- 12 & under
- 13-17
- 18-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70+
Costume Contest
Dress your best to win prizes in our costume contest!
