Quarry Turkey Half Marathon

Fremont, United States • 29 Nov 2025

Quarry Turkey 2025 takes place at Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area in Fremont, California, on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The event offers a fast, mostly-flat course on Quarry Lakes trails with options for a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, plus a free Little Turkeys Run for children (about 100 yards). The Thanksgiving-weekend atmosphere is family-friendly, with Thanksgiving-themed costumes encouraged and walkers welcome. The race supports the Alameda County Community Food Bank; participants are urged to bring canned goods (cash donations are also accepted). A Double Turkey Challenge rewards runners who complete both Nitro Turkey and Quarry Turkey with a special connector medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 km
Half Marathon
21 km
Half Marathon Youth
10 km
10k Youth (12 Years Old and Under)
10 km
10k
5 km
5k Youth (12 Years Old and Under)
5 km
Virtual Runner
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