Culture, Community, Impact. Earn your day's indulgence at the 8th Annual Oakland Turkey Trot 5K & Festival of Thanks! More than just a healthy start to the holiday, the Oakland Turkey Trot is a fun way to give back while you give thanks.

✔️ We are a 501c3 event organization directly impacting our neighbors and partners in need  

✔️ Amazing Finisher's Medals for Adults & Kids

✔️ Exclusive custom shirts for all events

✔️ Custom art installs by local favorites, photo backdrop, mile markers & start line banner

✔️ Benefiting Alameda County Community Food Bank & Oakland Education Fund

✔️ Grant recipients include Running for a Better Oakland

Not looking to run, but want to get involved in the community and join the fun? SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER!

Roles include:

Packet Pick-Up - Help distribute race packets and shirts.

Course Marshal - Provide direction and encouragement along the race route.

Finish Water Station - Hand out water and provide support to runners.

Race Day Start - Check in racers, charity teams and groups ensuring they have a bib number and t-shirt.

Race Day Finish - Help pass out medals, water and join other fun Turkey day festivities!