The MVRRC 13th Annual Turkey Run starts at 8:15 AM, giving you a reasonable morning window to drive in from surrounding areas. Held in Perris, California on November 21, 2026, this event offers three distance options: 1 mile, 3 miles, and 6 miles, with both racing and walking categories available. The race takes place at Lake Perris, located at 17801 Lake Perris. Entry fees range from $5 to $25 depending on your chosen distance. Whether you're looking for a short warm-up effort or a longer Thanksgiving week workout, this local running event provides a casual option before the holiday.
From the Race Organizer
🦃 13th Annual Turkey Run 2026 Presented by Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC) 🏃♂️ 5K • 10K • Kids Championship Races 📅 Saturday, November 21, 2026 📍 Lake Perris State Recreation Area – Dam Area 17801 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA 92571 What Join us for one of Southern California's favorite Thanksgiving running traditions at beautiful Lake Perris Dam. Whether you're a competitive runner, casual jogger, walker, or participating with family and friends, this event is designed for all fitness levels. ✅ Fast & Scenic Course ✅ Professional Live Chip Timing ✅ Finisher Medals for All Participants ✅ Walkers, Joggers, and Competitive Runners Welcome ✅ Family-Friendly Event Where Experience a scenic and historic racecourse along the beautiful Lake Perris Dam. Participants will enjoy breathtaking lake views, cool morning temperatures, and a fast, flat course with no vehicle traffic. Course Features • Starts and finishes at the Dam Area • Flat and fast course • Closed to vehicle traffic • Ideal for beginners, youth runners, walkers, and competitive athletes When Race Day Schedule 🕢 Packet Pick-Up & Registration Opens – 7:30 AM 👶 Toddler Dash (Ages 3 & under – 50 Meters) – 8:00 AM 🏃 Ages 4–5 Race (200 Meters) – 8:05 AM 🏃 Ages 6–7 Race (300 Meters) – 8:10 AM 🏃♂️ Ages 8–12 Championship Mile – 8:15 AM 🏃♂️ 5K & 10K Race Start – 8:30 AM Kids Championship Races 👶 Toddler Dash (Ages 3 & under) Distance: 50 Meters Entry Fee: FREE Participation Ribbon for all finishers 🏃 Ages 4–5 Distance: 200 Meters Entry Fee: $5 Awards to the Top 3 Boys and Top 3 Girls 🏃 Ages 6–7 Distance: 300 Meters Entry Fee: $5 Awards to the Top 3 Boys and Top 3 Girls 🏃♂️ Ages 8–12 Championship Mile Distance: 1 Mile Entry Fee: $5 Awards to the Top 3 Boys and Top 3 Girls 🦃 Turkey Run Mile Challenge 5K & 10K Awards 5K Overall Awards 🥇 1st Place Male & Female 🥈 2nd Place Male & Female 🥉 3rd Place Male & Female 10K Overall Awards 🥇 1st Place Male & Female 🥈 2nd Place Male & Female 🥉 3rd Place Male & Female Participant Giveaways 🏅 Finisher Medal for All Participants 👕 First 50 Registered Participants Receive an Official Event T-Shirt Registration Fees Toddler Dash (Ages 3 & under – 50 Meters) FREE Ages 4–5 Race (200 Meters) $5 Ages 6–7 Race (300 Meters) $5 Ages 8–12 Championship Mile $5 5K Race $20 10K Race $25 Race Day Registration ✅ Race Day Registration May Be Available 🚗 Parking Information Please arrive early. Parking at the Dam Area is limited and fills quickly. If the Dam parking lot reaches capacity, participants must park in the designated overflow parking areas within Lake Perris State Recreation Area. ⚠️ Do NOT Park along the roadside or in unauthorized areas. California State Park Rangers actively patrol the area and may issue parking citations or arrange for vehicles to be towed. 🚶 Overflow parking is approximately a 0.5-mile walk to the race start/finish area. Lake Perris State Recreation Area charges a vehicle entrance fee payable at the gate. 📞 Contact Information Henry Roman Race Director Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC) 📧 mvrrc@hotmail.com Presented By Moreno Valley Road Runners Club (MVRRC) "Run, Give Thanks, and Celebrate Community." 🦃🏃♂️🏃♀️
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Perris, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is MVRRC 13th Annual Turkey Run 1M, 5K and 10K Walk/Race 2026 — Perris, CA?
MVRRC 13th Annual Turkey Run 1M, 5K and 10K Walk/Race 2026 — Perris, CA takes place on November 21, 2026. The race is held in Perris, California.
Where is MVRRC 13th Annual Turkey Run 1M, 5K and 10K Walk/Race 2026 — Perris, CA held?
MVRRC 13th Annual Turkey Run 1M, 5K and 10K Walk/Race 2026 — Perris, CA is held at 17801 Lake Perris Perris, CA 92571 in Perris, California.
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