Father Joe's Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K
About this race
San Diego’s original and longest-standing Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot benefits Father Joe’s Villages Food Services Programs, which provide over 900,000 meals annually. During this season of giving, we invite you to give back to our community and make an impact on people experiencing homelessness.
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2025 Thanksgiving 5K - TIMED RUNNERS
A competitive, chip-timed 5K with prizes for top finishers.
2025 Thanksgiving 5K - FUN RUNNERS
A relaxed, untimed 5K perfect for walking, jogging, or trotting with strollers, dogs, and friends.
2025 Thanksgiving 5K - VIRTUAL AT HOME
Run or walk your 5K anywhere on your own - race and medal included! Please note, this option does not include attendance at the in-person event.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in San Diego.
About San Diego
Father Joe's Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K takes place in San Diego, California, United States. The local timezone is America/Los_Angeles.
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