Woodland Turkey Trot

Woodland Turkey Trot takes place in Woodland, California, on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Three distances are staggered ten minutes apart: the 10K (6.2 miles) Run/Walk at 8:00 a.m., the 5K (3.1 miles) Run/Walk at 8:10 a.m., and the 1K (0.62 miles) Family Run/Walk at 8:20 a.m. All three are open to runners and walkers alike, which keeps the morning inclusive.

The 10K is the choice for runners with a steady base who want a genuine race before the holiday; in the flat Sacramento Valley setting of Woodland, it is a distance where you can hold an even pace and see what your fitness is worth. The 5K suits recreational runners and those who want a quicker effort, and the 1K is built for families with young children. For the 10K, give yourself four to six weeks of three to four runs a week with one longer run of 5 to 6 miles; for the 5K, a month of regular running is plenty. The staggered starts mean spectators can watch each wave go off in turn.