Come “move your feet before you eat” this Thanksgiving at 16th Annual Oceanside Turkey Trot 5M or 5K run/walk. Join one of the fastest growing holiday traditions. Be sure to bring the whole family, as there will be runs or walks for everyone.

The Event offers a costume contest, largest teams’ competition, fabulous live entertainment on the course, live runner tracking and finisher medals for all participants. Free digital photos also be provided registered finishers. The O’side Turkey Trot has been recognized nationally as one of the top trots in the county with a spectacular and sizzling fast downhill course featuring beach views over more than 50% of the course.

Proceeds from the event benefit the Move Your Feet Before You Eat Foundation which is helping to solve the healthcare crisis one step at a time. In addition, the trot has raised over $370,000 for local non-profits that serve O’side residents.

A unique feature of this trot is the age group awards are awarded in two categories; one category is for Oceanside Residents only and the other category is for runners that don’t live in Oceanside.

The entry fees vary depending on run or walk selected $26 - $50. Walk in registration and t-shirt packet pick up will be available on Tues., Nov. 23 from 2:30 - 6 p.m. and Wed. Nov. 24 from 10 – 1 p.m. at a the Jr. Seau Beach Community 300 The Strand. Under the pier.

Race day registration will be at the City of Oceanside Parking structure on the corner of Civic Center and Ditmar starting at 6 a.m. and ending at 10:30 a.m.

Run starts at the Corner of Coast Hwy and Pierview and Finishes at the parking lot south of the Pier Amphitheater.

O'Side Turkey Trot (760) 434-5255; Info@osideturkeytrot.com

Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending. Check local COVID-19 restrictions and updates.