Santa Cruz Turkey Trot 2026 — Santa Cruz, CA

Date
November 21, 2026
Location
Santa Cruz, CA
Venue
2300 Delaware Ave
Start Time
7:45 AM
Entry Fee
$5.00 – $60.00
Events
10k, 5k, Kids 1k
Includes
Socks | Turkey Trot Socks
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2025 Finisher Photos can be found here . Thanks for a great race! Flat, fast out and back courses that begin & end at the back entrance of Natural Bridges State Park. Run through the state park and then out to West Cliff for some spectacular ocean views! 10k, 5k, and kids 1k all offered. Signature Santa Cruz Track Club finisher socks for all 5k and 10k finishers. Prizes for top three overall. Bib pickup at Santa Cruz Running Company (1664 Soquel Drive Santa Cruz, CA 95065) Friday, 11/21 from 2:00-5:30pm. We strongly encourage you to stop by so you don't have to wait in line race day morning. 10% off at Santa Cruz Running Company at packet pickup. Race day registration is available starting at 7:00 on race day morning. Race headquarters will be at the intersection of Natural Bridges Drive and Delaware Ave. All race bib pickup is also at 7:00am race day morning—looking forward to seeing you there!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Santa Cruz Turkey Trot 2026 — Santa Cruz, CA?

Santa Cruz Turkey Trot 2026 — Santa Cruz, CA takes place on November 21, 2026. The race is held in Santa Cruz, California.

Where is Santa Cruz Turkey Trot 2026 — Santa Cruz, CA held?

Santa Cruz Turkey Trot 2026 — Santa Cruz, CA is held at 2300 Delaware Ave in Santa Cruz, California.

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