Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26 – December 6, 2026
- Location
- Start Line:, San Jose, CA
- Distance
- Elite 5K · 5K Run/Walk · 10K Run & more
From the Organizer
Founded and produced by the Silicon Valley Leadership Group Foundation, the Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot is America's largest Thanksgiving Day race. It allows participants to start Thanksgiving Day off on the right foot by celebrating generosity and wellness with thousands of other runners and walkers committed to investing in their community. All event proceeds are donated to four nonprofit beneficiaries: Healthier Kids Foundation, HomeFirst, Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, and Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County.
This family-focused event welcomes participants of all fitness levels—elite runners, joggers, and walkers—to enjoy the flat and fast course that flows through downtown San Jose's local neighborhoods and businesses.
So kick off the holiday season by joining your Silicon Valley neighbors at San Jose's biggest Thanksgiving Day block party. Sign up to make the Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot your newest Thanksgiving tradition!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
62°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Jose, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About San Jose, CA
Population
990,054
as of 2023
Elevation
104 ft
Nearest Airport
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
171
Days to train
- Race
- Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot
- Date
- November 26 – December 6, 2026
- Location
- Start Line:, San Jose, CA
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot?
- Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot is a running race held in San Jose, California on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in San Jose, California at Start Line:, San Jose, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot
Nov 26, 2026