Corvallis Turkey Trot

Calendar Date:
Thursday, November 26, 2026 - 8:00am

Corvallis Turkey Trot

Build a hearty appetite for your Thanksgiving feast by participating in this family friendly event. This flat course runs through and near Crystal Lake Sports Park. Runners, walkers, kids in strollers and dogs on leashes are all welcome. Electronic timing services provided for 5k and 10k! All ages welcomed. 

For any questions regarding registration or event details please contact turkeytrot@corvallisoregon.gov. 

Pricing & Registration

  • 5K & 10K Run/Walk – $40 (Register Before November 1st to receive a Free Race T-Shirt)
  • 1K Little Gobblers – FREE - Registration is Required to participate & receive a swag bag and finisher medal (Limited Space)
  • Early-Bird Registration:  Register before November 1st to receive a Free Race T-shirt (5K & 10K only).
  • Online Registration Closes: Monday, November 23rd at 8 am 
  • In-Person Registration Only: Starting, November 24th & 25th during Race Bib Pick Up (at Corvallis Community Center) & Day of (at Crystal Lake, Event Village)
  • Racer Categories: Male, Female, and Non-Binary

Register Here: Little Gobblers | 5K Run/Walk | 10K Run/Walk

Turkey Trot Races

Start Times

1k-Little Gobblers

8:20 AM: Little Gobblers Warm-up & Stretching
8:30 AM: 1K Little Gobblers START

10k

8:55 AM: Runners line-up
9:00 AM: START

5k

9:15 AM: Wave 1 START – Fast Runners (9:00 min/mile or faster)
9:18 AM: Wave 2 START – Runners (9:00-11:00 min/mile)
9:21 AM: Wave 3 START – Joggers (11:00-14:00 min/mile)
9:24 AM: Wave 4 START – Walkers & Families with Strollers (14:00+ min/mile)

 

View the Turkey Trot 2026 Routes!

 


Race Bib Pickup Detail

Race bibs and t-shirt (If registered by November 1st) available for pick up. 

Early Race Bib Pick Up:

Come pick up your bib early before race day to beat the rush and get entered into our raffle!

  • Tuesday, November 24 12 - 7 pm at Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave
  • Wednesday, November 25 7 am - 3 pm at Corvallis Community Center

Day Of Race Bib Pick Up:

  • Bibs and shirts not picked up prior to Thanksgiving Day will be available at Event Village Race Day 6:00 am. 

Race Day Details:

Event Day Parking

  • Parking is limited at Crystal Lake Fields please arrive a minimum 30 minutes before your race starts. 
  • Help reduce congestion and Delays! Carpooling and/or using the parking shuttle is highly encouraged. 
  • Bike racks available near Event Village

FREE Parking Shuttle Service

  • Avoid race day congestion by taking the free P&R Shuttle!
  • Parking Location: Park at Papa’s Pizza Parlor (1030 SW 3rd Street, Corvallis)
  • Shuttle Schedule: Before the races: 7:00 AM – 8:45 AM and After the races: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Shuttles run every 10 minutes.
  • The shuttle stop is a 5–8 minute walk from the start line.

Take advantage of this convenient option to make your race day stress-free!

Turkey Trot Shuttle Map:


Volunteer at Turkey Trot 2026!

Not a runner? No problem! You can still be a part of the excitement and make a difference by volunteering at Turkey Trot. We need enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to help us make this event a success.

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Race Bib Pick-Up: Help support bib pick-up and registration on Tuesday, November 24 and Wednesday, November 25
  • Race Day Support: Assist with set up, water stations, course monitors, and post-race tear down on Thanksgiving Day.

How to Volunteer:

Sign up to volunteer at through Better Impact here: VOLUNTEER

Your time and energy will help make Turkey Trot a memorable and successful event for everyone involved. We can’t do it without you!


Sponsor Turkey Trot 2026!

Do you want to support Parks & Recreation by being a sponsor for Turkey Trot? Fill out the form below!

SPONSORSHIP FORM


Past Race Results

Check out the 2024 Race Results | 2025 Race Results


 

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Little girl with tutu
adult turkey onsies
turkeytrot
racers
racers
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dogs racing
stroller family
Little gobblers race start
young child lil gobblers
stretching
turkey costume
dog friendly race