ORRC Turkey Trot at The Zoo

The Turkey Trot is considered a private event. The zoo is closed for this event except for participants with bibs. Your bib allows entry into the zoo.

Animals will not be available for viewing (if you see some, that's great, but don't plan on it). The train and carousel will NOT be open and no concession stands will be open. 

Registration 

ORRC members automatically receive $15 off stated registration fee when registering (note this does not apply to additional ticket purchase or to the family member discount).   Registration is open through 11:59 pm November 27, 2024, or until the 2,500 registration cap is reached, whichever is first. There is NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION!

The cost of registration goes up as the event gets closer (as low as $27, up to $40), so register early to save money.

The zoo requires admission/registration for any child 2 years and older. Children under the age of 2 who are NOT participating in the Tot Trot or Gobble Gallop, or are riding in a stroller while their parent is running/walking, do not need to register to get in.

Family Rates

Awesome family rates (3-5 people) are available by choosing our multi-person pricing option in the sign-up process. Registration info must be completed for each family member. ORRC member discount does not apply. 

1) Start by registering the first person. DO NOT PAY UNTIL AFTER YOU'VE ADDED ALL FAMILY MEMBERS!!!

2) Then scroll down to "+ Add Another Registrant"option.

3) Click the carrot - "^" to the right and on the same line as "None", revealing the family rate as shown below.

4) Select the family option and then add registrations for other family members.

NOTE: There is no day-of-race registration.

Zoo Entry

The zoo is closed to the general public. Zoo membership will NOT get you into the zoo. Only paid event registrants will be able to enter the Zoo. Your bib serves as your zoo entry so you MUST WEAR IT (do not leave in your car, or under clothing). Additional entry bibs are available for purchase at the event or those not participating in the ORRC events. 

Children who enter the Tot Trot or Gobble Gallop will receive one free adult entry with their registration. Any other family members wishing to watch the kids runs must purchase an additional entry to get in the Zoo. Zoo membership will NOT get you into the zoo. 

Restrictions - No Pets and Bikes

The Oregon Zoo does not allow pets or bikes on their premise. Strollers and child carrier backpacks are encouraged to position themselves at end of the 7:30am & 7:45am starts. 

Click on the link above to see the 5K course on Mapmyrun.

Click on the link below to see the pdf version of the 5K, Tot Trot and Gobble Gallop

Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.

 
Early Bib Pickup
We strongly encourage picking up bibs and shirts starting the week before to avoid Thanksgiving Day long lines!
 
Foot Traffic (Westside)            Saturday, Nov. 23, Noon to 4 p.m., 13306 NW Cornell Rd, Portland, OR 

Foot Traffic (Sellwood)            Sunday, Nov. 24, Noon to 4 p.m., 1260 SE Lambert Ave., Portland, OR

Oregon Zoo                             Wednesday, Nov. 27, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Oregon Zoo Cascade Grill, to the right after ticket booths.

Day of Event Timeline

6:30am to 8:30am - Packet Pick-up at the Oregon Zoo Cascade Grill, to right after entering main gates. Pick up bib, beanie, pre-ordered shirts for the 5K, Tot Trot and Gobble Gallop.

7:30am  5K Run start at SW Knights Blvd start line between Oregon Zoo and Western Forestry Center. Follows signs to start line. 

7:45am  5K Walk start at SW Knights Blvd start line between Oregon Zoo and Western Forestry Center. Follows signs to start line. 

8:30am- Tot Trot (Ages 0-4) - Oregon Zoo Elephant Plaza 

8:40 am- Gobble Gallop (Ages 5 - 10) - Oregon Zoo Elephant Plaza

This event is noncompetitive, so it will not be timed, and there will be no overall or age group awards. There will be a clock at the start line and at the finish line.

The chocolate turkeys are BACK! Each participant receives an awesome chocolate turkey at the finish line (made by Promotional Treats). At the finish line we'll also have fruit, water, donuts, and a DIY bagel bar with assorted spreads. Gobble Gallop and Tot Trot kids receive a special commemorative ribbon and goodies.

All participants and volunteers get a Turkey Trot beanie. We'll have adult-sized beanies and kid-sized beanies. 

T-shirts are available for $20 and must be pre-ordered by November 1st.

All participants have a chance to win one of 150 humungous pumpkin pies.  Check your bib to see if you're a winner. If you win a pie, but need to run before you take it home, claim it early. Check in with the volunteer, claim your pie, put your name on it, and pick it up by 9am.

PLEASE NOTE: The concession stands at the zoo are closed! There is no opportunity to purchase food or drinks including coffee from the zoo. If you need coffee BRING IT WITH YOU!

ORRC strives to be eco-friendly. We will reduce, reuse, recycle and compost as much as possible on the road, trail and at post-race events.  There will be no aid station on the course so we encourage participants to bring their own hydration should you need it. There will be food and drink at the finish line.

 Through November 1, 2024 A long-sleeve tech shirt is available for purchase when registering for the event for an additional $20.

Guaranteed shirt availability cut-off date is November 1st. After November 1st purchasing a shirt is no longer available.

Drop bags and a monitored spot will be provided inside the Cascade Grill, inside the Zoo's main gate. Bags must be picked up by 9am.

Parking near the Oregon Zoo is free until 9:30am. (Parking is $2.00 per hour after 9:30 AM) or $8.00 all day. Parking is limited and the lots WILL FILL UP!!! There is no shuttle from overflow parking, so if the zoo lot is full, you will need to drive to the nearest MAX station and take MAX to the zoo station.

We encourage you to ride Tri-Met. Call 503-238-RIDE or see trimet.org for the Holiday schedule for MAX. If you use TriMet we'll give you a coupon good for a free appetizer at the Spaghetti Factory (one of our event sponsors)

At our running events, ORRC strives to promote inclusivity and fairness for all participants. While it's true that running only requires a pair of shoes, we understand that barriers to entry exist. Our Pay It Forward Fund (PIFF) assists those with financial difficulties paying for race fees. Contact this event’s race director about discounted race entries. We want to emphasize that everyone is welcome at our races, including BIPOC and LGBTQ+.

Great volunteers make great ORRC events! Please consider helping ORRC at the Turkey Trot by signing up to volunteer - click here. You'll receive our hearty gratitude, a beanie, and a coupon code worth $50 on your next ORRC event in the coming year.