Before the mashed potatoes, before the parade, and definitely before the post-meal nap — lace up your sneakers and join one of the many Turkey Trots on Thanksgiving Day, or get silly at one of the family Fun Runs happening on the weekends before the holiday. Or you skip the run and come out to cheer your kid on at the 2025 Seattle Kids Marathon! These community races are all about movement, connection, and giving back. Many events raise money or collect food for local charities, so every mile can help make a difference. Costumes, strollers, music – sometimes dogs on leashes – and always good vibes add up to fun and healthy great times for the whole family.
And if you’re already planning ahead for winter fun, check out our separate roundup, which includes December festive runs too.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Super Hero 5K | Saturday, November 15 | 10 a.m. | Green Lake Park | Kids free (no bib, medal, or swag, just an untimed race) $32- $48.70 | Register | All ages | Unleash your inner hero and run like the wind. Whether you’re faster than a speeding bullet or more of a leisurely jog while sipping coffee type, the event is perfect for all fitness levels. Capes are optional but highly encouraged. Leashed dogs and strollers welcome.
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Jumping Mouse Turkey Trot | Saturday, November 22 | 9 a.m. | The Larry Scott Trail, Port Townsend | $15 – $35 | Register | All Ages | Whether you’re running, walking, or trotting with family and friends in the 1-mile kids’ trot or the 5K, every step you take helps support Jumping Mouse Children’s Center and its mission to provide transformative therapy and advocacy for children’s mental health. Dogs and strollers are allowed.
Tacky Turkey Sweater 5 K | Saturday, November 22 | 8 a.m. | $38 adults, $30 Kids’ 5 K under age 14, Kids dash free with no bib or medal, just an untimed race. | Register | All ages | Gobble, Jog, and Strut Your Stuff! Dig out your most outrageous, over-the-top, turkey or holiday-themed sweater (the tackier, the better!) and jog, waddle, or strut your way through a 5K course filled with laughter, fall vibes, and questionable fashion choices. Service dogs only.
Carnation Turkey Trot | Saturday, November 22 | 9 a.m. | Remlinger Farms | ages 7 and under, $15, free for volunteers, others $38 | Register | All ages | The 5K course will take you all along the country roads and paths on the farm. No cars will be on the course. The Kids Dash is about 100 yards and will be held right before the 5K, so everyone can be there to cheer on the little Gobblers. On the day of the event, please bring non-perishable food items to benefit the Tolt UCC Food Pantry in Carnation.
Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving Day)
Auburn Turkey Trot | Thursday, November 27 | 9 a.m.| Sunset Park, Auburn | Preschoolers are free, Ages 18 and under, $25, ages 19 +, $40 | Register | All ages | Join Auburn on Thanksgiving morning for this family-friendly 5K run/walk! The race will begin and end at the park and follow a nearly flat route through the heart of Lakeland Hills. Thanksgiving costumes are encouraged. Dogs aren’t allowed, but strollers and preschoolers are welcome.
Holmes Chiropractic Care Turkey Trot | Thursday, November 27 | 8 a.m. | Judson Street, Gig Harbor | 12 and under free, others, $30 | Register | All ages | This family-friendly 5K goes around the harbor and is for all ages and abilities. In the spirit of giving, participants are encouraged to bring two cans of food for donation, supporting local charities such as BackPack for Kids and the FISH Food Bank. No dogs allowed.
Holmes Chiropractic Care Turkey Trot (Image: Dr. Timothy Holmes)
Issaquah Turkey Trot | Thursday, November 27 | 9 a.m. | Downtown Issaquah | Ages 10 and under, $15, ages 11 and up, $35 | Register | All ages | This event is a casual run, jog, or walk over a 3-mile distance. If you don’t want to do an entire 5K, this course offers lots of shortcuts. The race welcomes Thanksgiving costumes and accessories for the costume contest. Leashed dogs, kids on bikes, and strollers are welcome; see rules on website.
Magnuson Turkey Trot | Thursday, November 27 | 9:15 a.m. | Magnuson Park | $6-$42 | Register | All ages | Calling all runners, waddlers, and trotters to this year’s Turkey Trot. We will be supporting Food Lifeline. Bring food products to donate to the University Food Bank if you are able. Leashed dogs and strollers are welcome.
Maple Valley Turkey Trot | Thursday, November 27 | 9 a.m. | Lake Wilderness Park | $40 | Register | All ages | A fun walk or trot organized with the intention of coming together as a community during the Thanksgiving holiday to help those in need. We encourage Thanksgiving costumes & accessories! Strollers welcome, dogs not allowed.
Mukilteo Turkey Trot | Thursday, November 27 | 7:30 a.m. | Kamiak High School, Mukilteo | $18.36-$45.30, kids and student pricing available | Register | Get your run in before the big feast! The course will have some gentle rolling hills but will be mostly flat and fast on closed roads within the Harbour Pointe Community in Mukilteo. Strollers are welcome, but no dogs allowed.
Ten Trails Active Club 5K Turkey Trot | Thursday, November 27 | 8:30 a.m. | 23089 SE Fir St., Black Diamond | Free | Register | Registration capped at 200, no race day registration. | All ages | The event is open to folks of all skill levels. There will be prize categories for both walkers and runners, and if you’re lucky, you may even get to bring home one of our Thanksgiving Day desserts that will be raffled off after the event! We will be collecting food donations for a local food bank. Strollers allowed.
(Image courtesy Ten Trails Turkey Trot)
Thanksgiving Day Apple Cup 5K | Thursday, November 27 | 9:30 a.m. | Green Lake Park | $15-$30 | Register | All ages | Celebrate both Thanksgiving AND Apple Cup at the same time! Come run in your Husky or Cougar colors, or if you are not either, sport your own colors or dress up as a turkey! You may also drop off any canned food items if you would like to donate. Dogs not allowed, strollers welcome.
Woodinville Turkey Trot | Thursday, November 27 | 9:30 a.m. | Wilmot Park, Woodinville | $5-$40 | Register | All ages | A Kids’ Parade will be led by the Woodinville HS Marching band. At our Kids’ Dash, the kids 6 and under will run a short course of about 200 yards on the trail. The morning should get your Thanksgiving Day off to a great start before that turkey dinner.
Friday, November 28
Bonney Lake Donut Run | Friday, November 28 | 9 a.m. | Fleet Feet Bonney Lake | Free | Register | All ages | This annual event is the perfect way to kick off your Black Friday festivities with family and friends. Enjoy a fun and festive atmosphere as you take part in a scenic 5k run. Best of all, participants can indulge in delicious free donuts and coffee at the finish line!
Olympia Donut Run | Friday, November 28 | 9 a.m.| Fleet Feet Olympia | Free | Register | Bring your friends and family, enjoy a great atmosphere, and, the best part, DONUTS! Free coffee and donuts at the finish line.
Saturday, November 29
Gobble Wobble Turkey Trot | Saturday, November 29 | 7:30 a.m. | Lincoln Park | $30 and up | Register | All ages | Join us in our annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot Run, where you’ll be running off the Turkey! A fun, community 5K, 10K, or Half-Marathon 13.1. Leashed dogs and strollers are allowed.
2025 Seattle Kids’ Marathon | Saturday, November 29 | 9 a.m. | Bell Harbor, Pier 66 | $29.12 | Register | Kids can run a marathon at their own pace by running at home, one mile at a time. Parents or coaches track miles, and on race day, kids run 1.2 miles. After the race, kids get a medal and enjoy post-race goodies with their families, such as a hot chocolate garden, vendors, music, and more. One adult can run with a child, but must have a race bib. No dogs or strollers allowed.
