Ross Turkey Trot 2026

Join us for the Ross Turkey Trot 2026 and kick off your holiday season with a spirit of gratitude and fitness!

Whether you’re racing to beat your personal best or enjoying a festive stroll with family and friends, we can’t wait to see you there! All race participants receive on course nutrition, event bib, and a commemorative 2026 finisher’s medal.

All race participants ages 0-12 are FREE! 🦃🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️.

If you are interested in SPONSORING this event, either in-kind or as a primary sponsor, or becoming a VOLUNTEER, please reach out to rossrec@townofrossca.gov. All morning set-up and afternoon breakdown volunteers will receive free race entry.

Event Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Location: Ross, CA

Get ready to trot your way through the scenic streets of Ross at the 2026 Ross Turkey Trot!

Race Options:

• Toddler Dash (FREE): Get ready for giggles and fun at the Toddler Dash! Designed for our youngest runners (ages 1-3), this adorable dash offers a safe and playful space for little ones to show off their speed. Online registration is not required for the Toddler Dash.
  
  
• Stroll(er) & Youth 1 Mile ($10): Join us for the Stroller & Youth 1 Mile Race, a perfect opportunity for families to enjoy a fun and engaging experience together! Parents can push their little ones in strollers while older kids dash alongside.
  
  
• 5K Fun Run/Walk ($15): Perfect for all ages and fitness levels! Enjoy a leisurely stroll or a spirited run through beautiful neighborhoods adorned with fall foliage.
  
  
• 10K Road/Trail Challenge ($20): For those seeking a bit more adventure, tackle the 10K route that promises a mix of gentle hills and the beauty of Phoenix Lake. Course will be clearly marked and will offer nutrition and Water at Natalie Coffin Greene Park (as you enter and exit Phoenix Lake)

Start Times:

• 10K: 9:10 AM
• 5K: 9:10 AM
• Stroller / Youth 1 Mile: 9:20 AM
• Toddler Dash: 10:30 AM

Racer Info:

• Bib / Packet pickup will be November 2nd - 6th at the Ross Recreation Office from 10:00am - 5:00pm (located at Ross School - to the right of the gymnasium). Racers may pick up on Sunday, 11/8, between 8:00am - 9:00am.
• Day of Racer Registration: New racers must register by 8:00am on Sunday, 11/8 at the Ross School blacktop. Racers who arrive after 8:00am risk not being able to participate.

Race Highlights:

• Community Cheer: Come out, line the streets, and cheer on our racers!
• Post-Race Celebration: Join us for a festive gathering featuring music, delicious refreshments, and local vendors.
• Costume Contest: Dress in your Thanksgiving best! Prizes awarded for the most creative costumes in each race category.
• Family Fun Zone: Activities for families and little ones, including a bounce house for ages 5 and younger, volleyball net for adults and older kids, games and crafts.

Thank You Event Sponsors and Partners