The Animal Run 5k Tofurkey Trot

The Animal Run 5k Tofurkey Trot

Thanksgiving Day at The San Leandro Marina

Online Registration is now open

A community of athletes creating a better, loving and more sustainable world through outdoor exercise, animal kindness and environmental awareness

Welcome to our 2nd annual Run/Walk and Canicross (canine cross-country) Tofurkey Trot.

Our Mission: Animal Run's vegan foot races raise funds for various animal welfare organizations, helping them save the lives of, find homes for, heal and comfort animal residents in need. Animal Run encourages athletes to support vegan businesses that promote human health and a thriving world.

What is Canicross?

Canicross can be run with one or two dogs, always attached to the runner. The runner wears a waist belt or hip harness to minimize stress on the back lumbar area. The dog wears a specifically designed harness for safe and unrestricted joint movement. The two are joined by a bungee cord or elastic line that reduces shock to both human and dog when the dog pulls. If you're new to the sport, here is how to get started.

For additional questions, please reach out to Jennifer Tobits, canicross expert at [email protected].

DATE & LOCATION

• Thursday, Nov 27, 2025
• San Leandro Marina Park
• Driving directions to parking lot is Mallard Picnic Area (13791-14011 Monarch Bay Dr, San Leandro)
• Registration opens at 8am
• Races start at 9am

Early Turkey Registration Pricing (before 9/2/25)

• ADULTS $25 Solo & virtual runners
• $35 Canicross & virtual teams
• KIDS $15 Kids 12 and under
• $25 Kids 12 and under Canicross Teams

Note: For 12-years-old or under canicrossers, Jennifer Tobits will contact you with additional safety instructions.

Price increase 09/01/25

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

• 8:00 Registration opens
• 8:30 Vegan Coffee & Carbs
• 8:55 Welcome
• 9:00 5k Canicrossers start
• 9:10 5k Solo Runners start
• 10:00 Awards Ceremony

COURSE DESCRIPTION

5K - Flat and fast with option to run on mostly dirt and grass and some road.

The 2025 TOFURKEY TROT beneficiary will be announced soon!