Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

We are back at Lake Balboa/Woodley Park!!  8AM Start Time!

It's time for our Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon run/walk!!

https://www.abetterworldrunning.com/turkey-trot-11-26-26-vn

Included in registration -- 

- custom finisher medals

- drawstring goodie bags

- free videos

- chip timing

- live results the moment you finish 

- age group awards

- free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times

- FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos

- assortment of snacks, samples

- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities 

- affordable cost and fun for the whole family! 

 - performance tech short sleeve shirt additional purchase for $9.99, not included in registration

Bib Pick Up 2 options --

1 - Wednesday 11/25 Bib Pick Up afternoon  -- Will be announced Nov 2026 and emailed 

6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406

Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)

The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.  Please use either google or apple maps pin

Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8

2 - Thursday 11/26 6:15AM-7:50AM race morning.  We will have 2 check in table areas, please choose the one closest to where you park

Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8

Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318

6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406

Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)

The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.  Please use either google or apple maps pin

Or dirt overflow parking lot -- 

Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UmiZ3CKhkpaTqrzF9

Race day registration available -- 5k $35; 10k $40; 15k $45; Half Marathon $50

Group discount for 4 or more people -- email [email protected]

https://www.abetterworldrunning.com/turkey-trot-11-26-26-vn 

Thursday, Thanksgiving 11/26 -- 8AM START TIME

Bib Pick Up 2 options will be updated here Nov 2026

1 - Wednesday 11/25 Bib Pick Up afternoon -- will be updated Nov 2026

6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406

Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)

The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.  Please use either google or apple maps pin

Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8

2 - Thursday 11/26 6:15AM-7:50AM race morning.  We will have 2 check in table areas, please choose the one closest to where you park

Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8

Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318

6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406

Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)

The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.  Please use either google or apple maps pin

Or dirt overflow parking lot -- 

Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UmiZ3CKhkpaTqrzF9

 COURSE: The course is super easy to follow. It will consist of loops around the path that will be marked.

Easy out and back course with one small hill about .6 miles from the start.   

5k (1 loop), 10k (2 loops), 15k (3 loops) with an aid station at every loop:

http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6600154

Half marathon is 3 x extended 5k loops 

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6442390159/

Time limit - 3:15.  If more time is needed please email us at [email protected] for early start.

Everyone will get a time and place on our results page at: www.abetterworldrunning.com

We take pictures that are free to download on our facebook page.

We emphasize a more relaxed, fun and personal racing experience and somewhat informal

 Bibs must be visible in front or there might not be photos or results recorded.

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Date - Thursday, Thanksgiving Nov 26, 2026

Start time - 7:30AM (additional waves may be added Oct/Nov 2026) 

Address -  6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406

Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)

The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.  

Please see image below.

Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8

Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318

Parking -  Parking will start in the parking lots off of Woodley Ave. and Victory Blvd. 

6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406

Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)

The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.  Please use either google or apple maps pin

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 Additional parking is available in the dirt overflow parking lot on the other side of Woodley Ave. near the golf course.  Please review image below.

Dirt overflow parking lot -- 

Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UmiZ3CKhkpaTqrzF9

Apple maps - 34.185112, -118.485833

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EVERYONE MUST FINISH THROUGH THE TUNNEL.  PLEASE DO NOT CROSS WOODLEY AVE.  PLEASE USE THE PEDESTRIAN TUNNEL

OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com

  NO REFUNDS NO BANDITS