Oceanside

Turkey Trot

November 28, 2024

6:45am (Early 5K), 8:05am (Main 5K) & 10:00am (Kids Run)

Start: 330 N. Coast Highway
Finish: The Strand & Seagaze
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Move your feet
before you eat!

What better way to kick off Thanksgiving day than with a 5K run or walk?! A favorite annual tradition in O’side, the Turkey Trot welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.

Recognized as one of the Top Trots in the country by Runner’s World Magazine and the Los Angeles Times, the trot attracts visitors from 46 States and 460 cities and benefits the Move Your Feet Before You Eat!® foundation.

Join us to “move your feet before you eat” this Thanksgiving at Oceanside’s 19th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk & Kids Run. Register & join one of the fastest-growing holiday traditions. Be sure to bring the entire family, as there will be races for everyone. The event offers a costume contest, the largest teams competition, fabulous live entertainment on the course, and finisher medals for all participants. Free digital photos, medals, shirts, and live results to all registered participants. The event has raised over $470,000 for non-profits that serve O’side residents.

The scenic beachside course starts on Coast Highway and ends behind the amphitheater on the strand in Oceanside and features 5K of fast and flat stretches, water views and ocean breezes.

Lodging

Event special rates and current Oceanside deals

We’re so excited to have you join us in Oceanside for this action-packed annual event. We want planning your time with us to be as easy as possible, so we’ve put together the best lodging and hotel deals for the Oceanside Turkey Trot below.

Club Wyndham Oceanside Resort

Club Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort

333 North Myers Street

Offer: 30% Off 7 Nights or More
Offer: 30% Off 7 Nights or More

Marbella Vacation Rentals

308 S The Strand

Offer: 15% Off Rental Rate with promo code VISITOCEANSIDE
Offer: 15% Off Rental Rate with promo code VISITOCEANSIDE

Mission Pacific Beach Resort

201 N. Meyers St.

Offer: Michelin Star Stay
Offer: Michelin Star Stay

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach

110 N Myers St, Oceanside

Offer: 20% Off Rates
Offer: 20% Off Rates
Holiday Inn Promo

Holiday Inn Oceanside Marina

1401 Carmelo Drive

Offer: 15% Off Rates
Offer: 15% Off Rates
12/31
Last Day to Book: December 31, 2025

On The Sand Vacation Rentals

999 N Pacific Street

Offer: Save 10% on your next stay! Enter promo code VISITOCEANSIDE at checkout.
Offer: Save 10% on your next stay! Enter promo code VISITOCEANSIDE at checkout.
Southern California Beach Club

Southern California Beach Club

121 South Pacific Street

Offer: 10% Off Stay with promo code "VISITO23"
Offer: 10% Off Stay with promo code "VISITO23"
Amenity: Free parking
Rate available for: 1/1-
12/31
Last Day to Book: December 31, 2023

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

822 N Coast Hwy,

Offer: Save 10% on your next stay!
Offer: Save 10% on your next stay!
Season of Swellness

In Oceanside, even our off-season is on point. But Swell Season isn’t just about big waves and beach weather. It’s an all-around, all-out vibe of cutting loose, slowing down, and ramping up that’s just…well, swell. From foodie-approved fall menus and kids-free October to sports and surf competitions, O’side is delivering can’t-help-but-smile swellness all season long.

Traveling with a group?

Depending on the size of your group, Visit Oceanside may be able to assist you in finding the perfect location for your group to stay together or find a venue for a group celebration after the event. Contact our Group Travel Department for more information.

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