2024 GCR Thanksgiving 5K | 1 Mile | Kids 1K & 100 Yard Dash
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Location Naples, Florida
- Price Free - $42.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile, 1km
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
Join us for the 11th Annual GCR Thanksgiving Race on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in beautiful Naples, Collier! This festive event features a scenic 5K run, a 1-mile walk, a fun Kids 1K, and a spirited 100-yard dash, making it the perfect way to kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations. Participants can enjoy the delightful course that winds through downtown Naples, starting on 5th Avenue, while soaking in the festive atmosphere.
Don't forget to pick up your race packet ahead of time on Tuesday, November 26, or Wednesday, November 27, at Naples on the Run, or on race day starting at 6 AM. While registration on the day is not available, all paid participants will receive a commemorative shirt, and medals will be awarded to finishers across all distances. Plus, we're supporting St. Matthew's House by collecting canned goods, so feel free to bring non-perishable items to contribute. With plenty of free parking and a welcoming environment for walkers and families, this is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a spirited Thanksgiving tradition. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a memorable day of community, fitness, and giving back!
Don't forget to pick up your race packet ahead of time on Tuesday, November 26, or Wednesday, November 27, at Naples on the Run, or on race day starting at 6 AM. While registration on the day is not available, all paid participants will receive a commemorative shirt, and medals will be awarded to finishers across all distances. Plus, we're supporting St. Matthew's House by collecting canned goods, so feel free to bring non-perishable items to contribute. With plenty of free parking and a welcoming environment for walkers and families, this is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a spirited Thanksgiving tradition. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a memorable day of community, fitness, and giving back!
Organiser's Description
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up - RECOMMENDED!
Tuesday 11/26 & Wednesday 11/27 @ Naples on the Run (20 10th St. S. Naples, FL 34102)
Hours - 10AM-5PM
Race Day Packet Pick Up - Race day starting at 6AM - NOT RECOMMENDED
Please arrive no later than 6:00am if you have not yet gotten your race number and shirt.
You may Pick up your packet at the race ONLY from 6:00am-7:25am. NO DAY OF REGISTRATION.
GCR is excited to announce that we will be hosting the
11TH ANNUAL GCR THANKSGIVING RACE this year on Thanksgiving!!
Walkers are welcome for both the 1 mile walk and the 5K. Come one come all!!!
Our kids races are free, _but do NOT include a shirt_! A parent must sign them up here in order to agree to the waiver. Medals are given to our kids, but likely a medal from a past Thanksgiving Day GCR race.
This beautiful course will start on 5th Avenue wind through downtown Naples!!
Plenty of FREE parking (multiple 4 story parking garages within 200m of packet pickup).
Shirts to all paid participants (design coming soon)!
Race Medals to all finishers!
Age Group Awards 5 Deep
-Staged from Cambier Park
-Shirts are short sleeve
-This Gulf Coast Runners Thanksgiving Day 5K Race & 1 Mile Walk kicks off the Naples Centennial Celebration Weekend!
This race benefits:
St. Matthew's House and our Youth Development/ Scholarship Fund.
We are collecting canned goods for St. Matthew's House. Please bring your non-perishable items to packet pick-up or to the registration area on the day of the race.
This run/walk will be a GREAT way to start your Thanksgiving weekend!
Course open for 90 minutes
Tuesday 11/26 & Wednesday 11/27 @ Naples on the Run (20 10th St. S. Naples, FL 34102)
Hours - 10AM-5PM
Race Day Packet Pick Up - Race day starting at 6AM - NOT RECOMMENDED
Please arrive no later than 6:00am if you have not yet gotten your race number and shirt.
You may Pick up your packet at the race ONLY from 6:00am-7:25am. NO DAY OF REGISTRATION.
GCR is excited to announce that we will be hosting the
11TH ANNUAL GCR THANKSGIVING RACE this year on Thanksgiving!!
Walkers are welcome for both the 1 mile walk and the 5K. Come one come all!!!
Our kids races are free, _but do NOT include a shirt_! A parent must sign them up here in order to agree to the waiver. Medals are given to our kids, but likely a medal from a past Thanksgiving Day GCR race.
This beautiful course will start on 5th Avenue wind through downtown Naples!!
Plenty of FREE parking (multiple 4 story parking garages within 200m of packet pickup).
Shirts to all paid participants (design coming soon)!
Race Medals to all finishers!
Age Group Awards 5 Deep
-Staged from Cambier Park
-Shirts are short sleeve
-This Gulf Coast Runners Thanksgiving Day 5K Race & 1 Mile Walk kicks off the Naples Centennial Celebration Weekend!
This race benefits:
St. Matthew's House and our Youth Development/ Scholarship Fund.
We are collecting canned goods for St. Matthew's House. Please bring your non-perishable items to packet pick-up or to the registration area on the day of the race.
This run/walk will be a GREAT way to start your Thanksgiving weekend!
Course open for 90 minutes
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