Irvine/Orange County Turkey Trot 5K
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Event overview
The Irvine/Orange County Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile is scheduled for Thursday, November 27, 2025, at Irvine Valley College in Irvine, CA (5500 Irvine Center Drive, 92618). The event includes in-person and virtual options and is held on Thanksgiving Day. Chip timing is provided for the 5K. The event supports a food drive benefitting South County Outreach and lists Urban Health Alliance as a beneficiary partner.
Race options and logistics
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 1 Mile
- Turkey Feast Combo (1 mile + 5K)
- Kid races: Diaper Dash (50 yards), Tot Trot (100 yards), Youth 1/4 mile, Youth half mile
- Virtual Run
All finishers receive a custom cast finisher medal, event shirt, race bib, and a slice of pumpkin pie. Division awards are given three deep across multiple age categories, with trophies for the top three overall finishers and costume awards for best dressed (individual or group). Packet pick up is available the day before at Road Runner Sports in Laguna Hills and on race morning at the college. Parking requires a $5 pass and vehicle passes must be displayed; campus access for parking is via Jeffrey with other campus entrances closed. Dogs are not allowed on the course due to college policy. The event takes place wind, rain, or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.