Big Bear Lake Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
Join the Annual Big Bear Turkey Trot this Thanksgiving Day hosted by Open Air Big Bear.
Join the Big Bear Turkey Trot and kick off the holiday with a 3, 6 or 9-mile fun run (or walk)! This is a family friendly event where all ages are welcome.
Event Date, Time & Place
Thursday, November 28, 2024
Start/Finish at Meadow Park located at 41258 Park Ave.
9:00 AM - 9 Mile Run Start
9:15 AM -6 Mile Run Start
9:25 AM - Pre Run Yoga
9:30 AM - 3 Mile Run Start
10:30 AM - Awards & Costume Contest
Event Details
Early Bird Pricing
3 MILE (price plus fees and tax): $50 through October 20; $55 October 16 - November 18; $60 November 19-21; and Nov 27 & 28 add an extra $5 per person.
6 MILE: Add $5 to current 3 MILE pricing
9 MILE: Add $10 to current 3 MILE pricing
*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.
Special Pricing
YOUTH (under 18): $25 any distance through Nov 26; $35 on Nov 27 & 28
LOCAL (must show ID at bib pickup): $5 OFF per person through November 26.
Adults: Registration after 11/26 adds $5 per person. Sign-up early and save!
***There are no refunds for any reason.***
*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 (chosen size is guaranteed if registered by October 22)
- Commemorative medal
- Custom Bib
- Race Timing
- Eligibility for age group awards and costume contest prizes
Packet Pick Up Options
Wednesday, November 27, 3 PM - 7 PM at Big Bear Lake Visitor Center located at 40824 Big Bear Blvd Thursday
OR
November 28 at Meadow Park starting at 7 AM
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!
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Open Air Big Bear, a non-profit organization with the mission to advance and celebrate outdoor, people-powered events and activities in Big Bear Valley.
Proceeds from this event support local food banks and outdoor athletic events.
