Thanksgiving may be a lot about sitting around a table with family and friends, but if you’ve got time that morning, or if you need to get the kids out of the house, here’s a list of Thanksgiving fun runs around the Portland metro area.
We’ve also included a list of Oregon and southwest Washington agencies that are closed, or alter their schedules on Thanksgiving, Nov. 27.
Thanksgiving themed fun runs
If you’re the type to get in a 5K run to make up for all that pumpkin pie, several family fun runs are happening this year. Some of them are fundraisers for special causes.
PIR Turkey Trot: Be the first to see the Winter Wonderland lighting display at PIR and get in some exercise before Thanksgiving at this family fun run that’s been going strong since 2015. Note: this one is the night before Thanksgiving. Sign up for one of two family 5K waves, one competitive 5K wave, or one of two Kids Fun Run waves. Kids run free. Start times vary from 5-7:45 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, PIR, 1940 N. Victory Blvd; registration $65; hoodtocoast.com/rs/turkey-trot.
Oregon Zoo Turkey Trot: The 5K race was low on remaining spots just prior to our deadline, but there’s still room in the Tot Trot or Gobble Gallop (both for kids) during this annual event. Runners and walkers welcome. Start at the Oregon Zoo, run through the International Rose Garden and finish on the zoo grounds. Costumes are encouraged. Registration is required in advance. 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 27, Oregon Zoo, 4001 S.W. Canyon Road; $30-$45; orrc.net/events/event-list/turkey-trot.
West Linn Turkey Trot Trail Race: Paula Events hosts this annual holiday tradition. Choose from 3.8 miles or the 0.5-mile kids trot. 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 27, Mary S. Young Park, 19900 Willamette Drive, West Linn; $45, kids run $10; runwithpaula.com/turkey-trot.
Clark County Turkey Trot race is already sold out for 2025; turkey-trot.org.
Ridgefield Turkey Trot: Fun run includes a shorter kids’ route and a 5K. Begins and ends at Union Ridge Elementary School. 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 27 at the school, 330 N. Fifth Ave., Ridgefield Wash; registration $15-$40; ridgefieldpsf.org/turkey-trot. 4
Sherwood Give n’ Gobble: Money and food donations from the annual Give n’ Gobble go to area food drives. Choose from 5 or 10K routes. 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 27, Sherwood Middle School, 16956 S.W. Meinecke Road; registration varies, discounts for families; givengobble.com.
Government holiday closures
Federal offices and courts: Closed Thursday.
Oregon and Washington state offices and courts: Closed Thursday.
Cities of Portland and Vancouver offices, Clark County offices and Metro regional center: Closed Thursday and Friday.
U.S. Postal Service offices: Closed and no regular mail service Thursday.
Most bank branches: Closed Thursday.
Transit
TriMet buses, MAX and streetcar are running on Sunday schedules Thursday.
Westside Express Service (WES) has no service Thursday.
C-Tran is running on Sunday schedules Thursday.
Portland Aerial Tram has no service Thursday.
Portland parking meters: Free Thursday only, except in metro parks where there is a charge for parking.
Oregon Zoo: Open ZooLights tickets are required in advance at the website.
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry: Closed on Thanksgiving. Details omsi.edu/visit-omsi.
Regional Libraries: Most library branches will be closed. Check with your local branch for details.
Shopping
Washington Square Mall: Closed
Clackamas Town Center: Closed
Woodburn Premium Outlets: Closed
Lloyd Center: Hours vary by retailer. Check with stores individually.
Vancouver Mall: Closed
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