2024 O'side Turkey Trot

Oceanside, California | Thursday, November 28, 2024 | 5K Race

The O'side Turkey Trot is excited to return for another year of fun! Kick off your Thanksgiving holiday with this scenic and fast beachside course, voted the "Top Trot" by Runner's World and the LA Times. Choose from one of two 5K options or "double dip" for a 10K challenge!

In addition to the 5K and Kids Run, this event offers the largest teams competition, vibrant live entertainment along the course, finisher medals and t-shirts for all participants, free digital photos, and live results for all registered participants.

Benefiting the Community
The O'side Turkey Trot continues to give back to the community by raising money for nonprofits that serve North County residents, having raised over $500,000 to date.

The race also supports the Carlsbad-based Move Your Feet Before You Eat®! Foundation, which promotes health and well-being through incorporating regular physical fitness into daily life. 

Packet Pickup
Wednesday, Nov. 27: Junior Seau Beach Community Center, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 28: Civic Center Parking Lot, 6 a.m. - 9 a.m.

Race Times
Thursday, Nov. 28
5K Options:
Early Wave 5K Start Time: 6:45 a.m.
Main Wave 5K Start Time: 8:05 a.m.

Kids Races:
Kids 1 Mile Start Time: 10:00 a.m.
Kids 1/5 Mile Start Time: 10:25 a.m.

Participant Perks
Custom Race T-Shirt 
Custom Finisher Medal 
FREE Race Photos 
Chip Timing and Live Results 
Age Group Awards for LOCAL and OPEN 

Awards 
Awards will be presented for the top 3 overall male and female finishers in both 5K races. There will also be awards presented for the largest team competition.