Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot

Founded and produced by the Silicon Valley Leadership Group Foundation, the Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot is America's largest Thanksgiving Day race. The annual event brings thousands of runners and walkers to downtown San Jose to kick off Thanksgiving with a celebration of generosity, wellness and community.

The family-friendly event welcomes participants of all fitness levels, from elite runners to casual joggers and walkers, with 5K and 10K races on a flat and fast course through downtown San Jose. The event also includes a Kids Fun Run, costume contest, festival area and Kids Fun Zone.

All event proceeds benefit four local nonprofit organizations: Healthier Kids Foundation, HomeFirst, Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, and Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County.

Join thousands of Silicon Valley neighbors for San Jose's biggest Thanksgiving Day block party and make the Silicon Valley Turkey Trot part of your Thanksgiving tradition.

Race Day Schedule

7:00 a.m. – Bib/shirt pickup and gear check open

7:45 a.m. – Costume Contest judging

8:30 a.m. – 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run start

9:00 a.m. – Kids Fun Zone opens

10:00 a.m. – Awards ceremony

10:15 a.m. – Kids Fun Run, ages 2–7

11:30 a.m. – Event concludes

Please note: Race times are subject to change.