45th Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot

The Dana Point Turkey Trot, owned and produced by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, will celebrate 45 years this Thanksgiving Day in the Dana Point Harbor. Nearly 10,000 participants will burn off those pre-Thanksgiving meal calories with a run or walk, including a 5K, 10K, or Kids’ 1-mile Gobble Wobble. 

Known for its scenic coastal routes and family-friendly activities, the Dana Point Turkey Trot has become an Orange County institution and was voted #1 Best Run/Race in the Orange County Register’s 2022 Best Of Orange County. 

Since its inception, the Dana Point Turkey Trot has raised more than half a million dollars for local nonprofit organizations. The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce is a big believer in giving back and supporting fellow nonprofit organizations. 

This year, a portion of the race’s proceeds will benefit the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group and South County Outreach. Participants can also elect to make an additional donation to these deserving organizations during online registration checkout or take part in the Food & Toy Drive. 

The Chamber will host a Food & Toy Drive at the two-day Health & Fitness Expo and Packet Pick-Up. The public can drop off their donations during the hours below. Pre-packaged food and items will be donated to South County Outreach. Toys and gift cards will be donated to Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group. For a complete list of suggested donations, please visit TurkeyTrot.com/Food-Toy-Drive. 

Expo, Packet Pick-up, and Food & Toy Drive Hours: 

– Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at 12:00-6:00 p.m. 

– Thanksgiving Day / Race Day at 6:00-11:00 a.m. 

– Location: Dana Marina Plaza – 25001 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point 

Race participants can pick up their race packet (t-shirt and bib) at the two-day Expo & Packet Pick-up during the hours above. Visit event sponsors and vendors within the Expo for giveaways, special offers, and more. 

One of the largest turkey trots in the nation, this race is a USA Track & Field (USATF) sanctioned and certified event. Prize money is awarded to the first, second, and third place male and female finishers in the 10K race. There will also be a costume contest with awards for Best Kid, Best Adult, and Best Group Costumes. Participants are encouraged to dress up in their favorite costume to be eligible to win amazing prizes courtesy of event partners. For more information or to register for this year’s race, please visit TurkeyTrot.com. 

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