2026 Cayucos Turkey Trot

The Cayucos Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning 5K fun run and walk. It starts and finishes at Cayucos Pier on California's Central Coast. This event is designed for families, not competitive racing. Dogs, strollers, and children on scooters are permitted. The run begins at 8:30 a.m. Pacific time, following early race-day check-in. The course follows Pacific Avenue, with the pier acting as the central point for bib pickup and the race start/finish. Participants receive a bib number and Thanksgiving-themed running socks, subject to availability. The event is also known as the Larry Gaeta Memorial Run. Proceeds are divided equally between Cayucos Elementary School and the California Association of Highway Patrolman Widows & Orphans' Trust Fund.