November is the perfect month to beat your best time in a half marathon, or challenge yourself to your first 5k. With the holidays coming, getting a head start on fitness and health is a wise move. There are plenty of November races near Anaheim, like the Spider-Man 5k on Friday, November 10. The “Run Disney” event kicks off the Super Heroes Half Marathon Weekend at Disneyland resort—and it might even be a warmup for the Thor 10k November 11 or the half marathon on November 12!
Thanksgiving Day marks the annual Plymouth Rock ‘n’ Run (now with a 10k option!). The event is in its tenth year and the popular 5k takes runners and walkers along Yorba Regional Park trails and the Santa Ana River Trail. The certified and chip timed event includes free finish line photos, awards and age-group medals. Free parking and a costume contest—along with plenty of Thanksgiving themed treats—make this a popular outing.
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In nearby Los Angeles, the Drumstick Dash 10k and 5k is a way to help raise funds for the homeless and hungry. It all starts Thanksgiving morning in Studio City with free parking in the CBS Studios lot. Walkers, runners and families are welcome.
If you’re really after a pre-holiday challenge, check out the Blitz the Marina November 19 for a full marathon, half marathon, 10k and 5k race. Runners enjoy scenic streets and views of the ocean and lake. For many, the Long Beach event is a Boston qualifier.
