Traffic Alert for Nov. 15: Kirkland Turkey Trot

Traffic Alert for Nov. 15: Kirkland Turkey Trot

Published on November 05, 2026

Media Contact:
Joy Johnston
Interim Communications Program Manager
[email protected]

The annual Kirkland Turkey Trot is Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, beginning and ending at Juanita Beach Park. Course maps are available at kirklandturkeytrot.com. Drivers should expect traffic delays and parking restrictions in the area. Please note: Vehicles parked in restricted areas will be towed prior to the event.

Roads will be impacted from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. or when the last runner finishes. Additionally, the following closures will be in place:

• From 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., eastbound Juanita Drive from 93rd Avenue NE to 98th Avenue NE will be closed with a detour in place.
• From 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., the entrance to Juanita Beach Park's main parking lot will be closed to vehicles.

Event organizers expect 1,000 athletes to participate in the race/walk, which includes 10K, 5K, and kids run courses. The event raises money in support of the Lake Washington High School Booster Club. The club's mission is to pursue the support and development of student athletic teams and other interscholastic activities.

Eventgoers are encouraged to carpool and plan for their parking in advance. For bus transportation, see the King County Metro Trip Planner. For event information, see ExploreKirkland.com. For permit information, contact Sudie Elkayssi, Special Projects Coordinator, City of Kirkland Parks & Community Services, 425-587-3347 or [email protected].

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