Thankful Paws Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26, 2026, 8:30 AM PST

First-Year Event· Help them grow

Location: Bonita, CA; 4548 Sweetwater Rd, 91902
Type: RUN

At a glance

A Thanksgiving morning trot in Bonita, CA, celebrating pets and supporting animal rescue with scenic routes and a unique Doggy Mile.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
Festive

Who it's for

For a Cause
Family Friendly

Great for: families, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Start your Thanksgiving morning with the first annual Thankful Paws Turkey Trot in Bonita, CA. This event is a heartfelt tribute to the pets who enrich our lives, offering a chance to run a scenic course through Rohr Park. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or enjoying a joyful holiday tradition with family and four-legged friends, there's a distance for you. Every step taken helps Kane's Animal Rescue, a local nonprofit dedicated to giving abandoned pets a second chance.

What to expect

Enjoy a scenic course through Rohr Park, suitable for all paces.
Choose from 5K, 10K, Kids' Mile, or the popular Doggy Mile.
Support Kane's Animal Rescue with every step.

Standout details

Thanksgiving morning tradition
Dedicated to beloved pets
Unique Doggy Mile challenge
Benefits Kane's Animal Rescue

Perks & features

Dog-Friendly

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Thu, Nov 26, 7:30 AM PST · From $29.00
Opens Jun 5, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT · Closes Aug 30, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
1 Miles
Thu, Nov 26, 8:00 AM PST · From $29.00
Opens Jun 5, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT · Closes Aug 30, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT
5K
Thu, Nov 26, 8:30 AM PST · From $45.20
Opens Jul 18, 2026, 5:00 AM PDT · Closes Jul 30, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

+ 1 more option

10K
Thu, Nov 26, 8:30 AM PST · From $61.40
Opens Jun 19, 2026, 5:30 PM PDT · Closes Jul 30, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Hilly
Family-oriented

From the organizer

Join us for the first annual Turkey Trot – Thankful Paws 5K/10K Run on Thanksgiving morning at Rohr Park, in the beautiful city of Bonita, located in Chula Vista, CA.

This special day is dedicated to giving thanks to our pets—past and present—for the joy, love, and companionship they've brought into our lives and homes.

Enjoy a scenic course alongside a golf course and vibrant community park—perfect for both serious runners and casual participants. Whether you're chasing a PR on a fast course or simply looking for a joyful way to start your holiday, this event has something for everyone. We’re offering a 5K, 10K, Kids’ Mile, and our always-popular Doggy Mile!

Bring the whole family—including your four-legged friends—and kick off your Thanksgiving with a fun, active, and festive tradition.

All proceeds benefit Kane's Animal Rescue, a local nonprofit dedicated to giving abandoned and at-risk pets a second chance at life. So, while you're breaking a sweat, you're also making a difference.

Come trot with us, give thanks, and support a great cause—because every step helps save a paw.

Proceeds will benefit Kanes K9s & Animal Rescue !

Kanes K9s is a local nonprofit animal rescue organization. Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the rescue.

FAQ

Bib Pickup : Registrations submitted on or after Nov. 20th will pick up their bib on race day. If you registered prior to Nov. 20th, bib pickup is available Sunday, Nov. 23rd at Road Runner Sports in Chula Vista from 2pm-6pm (2015 Birch Rd Suite #512, Chula Vista).

Dog Mile : For the dog mile, the dog must cross the finish line ahead of their owner/partner to log a valid race result.

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