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2024 Ross Turkey Trot (Race, Family Fun Zone & More)

Sunday, November 10, 2024 - 8:30 am | Cost: $7*
*Event features Free Toddler Dash, 5K, 10K, and Stroller 1 Mile. All Kids under 17 are FREE! Families are strongly encouraged.

Ross Common Park | Ross Common Park, Ross, CA

Event Details

Join us for the Ross Turkey Trot 2024 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 a commemorative T-shirt and a finisher’s medal.  All race participants ages 0-17 are FREE! 🦃‍.

Thank you to our 2024 primary event sponsors:  Ross Property Owners AssociationTown of RossRoss Auxiliary, The Ross Preschool, and Ross Bridges!

Thank you to our 2024 in-kind sponsors: Woodlands Market – Kentfield, Barton’s Bagels, Peet’s – San Anselmo, and JamBar! 

Event Date: November 10, 2024
Location: Ross, CA

Get ready to trot your way through the scenic streets of Ross at the 2024 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.  Thank you to The Ross Preschool for sponsoring the Toddler Dash! 
  • Stroll(er) & Youth 1 Mile ($5): 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 ($10): 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.

Start Times:

  • 10K: 8:30 AM
  • 5K: 8:45 AM
  • Stroller / Youth 1 Mile:  9:00 AM
  • Toddler Dash:  9:45 AM

Race Highlights:

  • Scenic Course: Experience the charm of Ross with tree-lined streets, and community cheer.
  • 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 the little ones, including a bounce house for ages 5 and younger, games and crafts.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $7*
*Event features Free Toddler Dash, 5K, 10K, and Stroller 1 Mile. All Kids under 17 are FREE! Families are strongly encouraged.
Categories: **Annual Event**, In Person, Kids & Families, Thanksgiving
Address: Ross Common Park, Ross, CA

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