2026 Piedmont Turkey Trot
About the race
Join the annual Piedmont Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving morning.
Whether you run to win, walk to enjoy the brisk morning air, or push a stroller, this is a treasured holiday tradition the whole family will enjoy.
Race details
- Date: Thursday, November 26th, 2026
- Time: 8:30 AM sharp. Please arrive 20 minutes early for parking and check-in.
- Location: Piedmont Exedra (Highland & Magnolia Avenues)
- Distance: USA T & F Certified 5K (run, walk, or stroll)
Running for a cause
The Piedmont Turkey Trot is a 100% nonprofit organization dedicated to giving back to our neighborhood. Net proceeds from the event directly benefit the Piedmont High School Cross Country and Track & Field Teams.
Because of your participation, we also provide annual donations and support to:
- Piedmont Middle School XC and Track & Field Teams
- Piedmont Junior Running Club
- Run Better Oakland
- Piedmont Service Crew
Community impact
Since 2017, the Piedmont Turkey Trot has funneled $205,000 back into the local community, including $135,000 towards The Hampton Field rebuild. In addition, we have contributed $20,000 to the Piedmont Education Foundation and, most recently, $60,000 towards the PHS Athletic Boosters.
Tiny Tot Trot
The free third annual Tiny Tot Trot is held on Wednesday, November 25th, beginning at 4 PM at Witter Field, Piedmont CA. It is one lap around the track for 3-6 year olds.
Bib pick-up
Bib pick-up is on Wednesday, November 25th, from 3-6 PM at the Veterans Hall, 401 Magnolia, Piedmont.
- Day of race: bibs can be picked up from 7:45 AM to 8:15 AM.
- There is NO same-day race registration.
The course
Location
Piedmont Exedra, Piedmont, CA, USA Open in Google Maps
City insight: Piedmont
Piedmont is a city in Calhoun and Cherokee counties in the U.S. state of Alabama, with a population of 4,400 at the 2020 census. It is included in the Anniston-Oxford metropolitan area. The climate is hot and humid in summer and mild in winter, so spring and autumn are the best seasons to race.
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