We are back at Lake Balboa/Woodley Park!!
It's time for our Turkey Trot 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon run/walk!!
https://www.abetterworldrunning.com/turkey-trot-11-26-26-vn
Included in registration --
- custom finisher medals
- drawstring goodie bags
- free videos
- chip timing
- live results the moment you finish
- free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
- FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- assortment of snacks, samples
- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
Bib Pick Up 2 options --
1 - Wednesday 11/25 Bib Pick Up afternoon -- Will be announced Nov 2026 and emailed
6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave. Please use either google or apple maps pin
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8
Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318
2 - Thursday 11/26 6:15AM-7:20AM race morning. We will have 2 check in table areas, please choose the one closest to where you park
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8
Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318
6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave. Please use either google or apple maps pin
Or dirt overflow parking lot --
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UmiZ3CKhkpaTqrzF9
Apple maps - 34.185112, -118.485833
** A second start time for the 5k may be added in Sept or Oct 2026.
Race day registration available -- 5k $35; 10k $40; 15k $45; Half Marathon $50
Group discount for 4 or more people -- email abetterworldrunning@gmail.com
https://www.abetterworldrunning.com/turkey-trot-11-26-26-vn
Event details and schedule
Bib Pick Up 2 options will be updated here Nov 2026
1 - Wednesday 11/25 Bib Pick Up afternoon -- will be updated Nov 2026
6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave. Please use either google or apple maps pin
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8
Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318
2 - Thursday 11/26 6:15AM-7:20AM race morning. We will have 2 check in table areas, please choose the one closest to where you park
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8
Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318
6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave. Please use either google or apple maps pin
Or dirt overflow parking lot --
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UmiZ3CKhkpaTqrzF9
Apple maps - 34.185112, -118.485833
- custom finisher medals
- drawstring goodie bags
- free videos
- chip timing
- live results the moment you finish
- free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
- FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- assortment of snacks, samples
- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
COURSE: The course is super easy to follow. It will consist of loops around the path that will be marked.
Easy out and back course with one small hill about .6 miles from the start.
5k (1 loop), 10k (2 loops), 15k (3 loops) with an aid station at every loop:
http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6600154
Half marathon is 3 x extended 5k loops
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6442390159/
Time limit - 3:15. If more time is needed please email us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for early start.
Everyone will get a time and place on our results page at: www.abetterworldrunning.com
We take pictures that are free to download on our facebook page.
We emphasize a more relaxed, fun and personal racing experience and somewhat informal
Bibs must be visible in front or there might not be photos or results recorded.
Date - Thursday, Thanksgiving Nov 26, 2026
Start time - 7:30AM (additional waves may be added Oct/Nov 2026)
Address - 6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave.
Please see image below.
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzH9zRXYYHJb6kxH8
Apple maps - 34.184231, -118.483318
Parking - Parking will start in the parking lots off of Woodley Ave. and Victory Blvd.
6340 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Woodley Park Section 1 (Section 1 off of Woodley Ave just south of Victory Blvd.)
The check in tables are at the north end of the parking lots closest to Victory Blvd off of Woodley Ave. Please use either google or apple maps pin
Additional parking is available in the dirt overflow parking lot on the other side of Woodley Ave. near the golf course. Please review image below.
Dirt overflow parking lot --
Google maps - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UmiZ3CKhkpaTqrzF9
Apple maps - 34.185112, -118.485833
EVERYONE MUST FINISH THROUGH THE TUNNEL. PLEASE DO NOT CROSS WOODLEY AVE. PLEASE USE THE PEDESTRIAN TUNNEL
OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com
NO REFUNDS NO BANDITS