Electric City Gobbler 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Anderson, South Carolina
- Price $6.30 - $22.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving Day with a healthy dose of fun at the Electric City Gobbler 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run! Taking place on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Anderson, South Carolina, this event is a cherished holiday tradition that brings together runners and walkers of all ages. Whether you’re an elite athlete or a family out for a leisurely stroll, you’ll love the festive atmosphere as you navigate the fast and safe 3.1-mile certified course surrounding the Anderson Mall. For those looking for a shorter challenge, the 1 Mile Fun Run offers a delightful alternative, perfect for kids and strollers alike.
Join hundreds of fellow Andersonians as you give thanks while staying active! The races begin with the 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:30 AM. With awards for the top finishers in various age groups and plenty of prizes, there’s something for everyone! Plus, proceeds from the event support the Operation Active Kids program, helping local children stay active. So, lace up your running shoes, don your favorite costume, and get ready to earn that second helping of pumpkin pie guilt-free!
Join hundreds of fellow Andersonians as you give thanks while staying active! The races begin with the 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:30 AM. With awards for the top finishers in various age groups and plenty of prizes, there’s something for everyone! Plus, proceeds from the event support the Operation Active Kids program, helping local children stay active. So, lace up your running shoes, don your favorite costume, and get ready to earn that second helping of pumpkin pie guilt-free!
Organiser's Description
IT'S A THANKSGIVING DAY TRADITION!
IF YOU THINK THE ONLY RACE THAT HAPPENS ON THANKSGIVING DAY IS SEEING WHO GETS A SECOND HELPING OF PUMPKIN PIE FIRST, GUESS AGAIN! BEFORE LIFTING A FORK, WATCHING FOOTBALL, AND TAKING A POST-TURKEY SNOOZE, HUNDREDS ANDERSONIAN'S START THEIR HOLIDAY BY GIVING THANKS - WITH THE FAMOUS ELECTRIC CITY GOBBLER 5K AND 1 MILE FUN RUN!
WE WELCOME THE TAIL FEATHERS OF ELITE RUNNERS, WEEKEND WARRIORS, MAMMA'S WITH STROLLERS AND KIDS ALIKE ALONG OUR FAST 3.1 MILE RUN COURSE - WALKERS ARE WELCOME! OR, OUR NEW TRADITION, THE 1 MILE FUN RUN! PROCEEDS GO TO SCHOLARSHIP KIDS IN THE COMMUNITY TO BE ACTIVE THROUGH OUR OPERATION ACTIVE KIDS PROGRAM, OAK. SO, IF YOU HAVE A FLAIR FOR COSTUMED FUN, AND ENJOY FUN, PRIZES AND LOOKING FOR A REASON TO FEEL GUILT FREE ABOUT GOBBLING DOWN ALL DAY, THEN LUCKY FOR YOU (AND YOUR LOVE OF GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE) WE ARE HERE, SO GET SIGNED UP YOU TURKEYS!!
DATE: THANKSGIVING DAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2025
TIME: 1 MILE FUN RUN AT 8:00 AM
TIME: 5K AT 8:30 AM
LOCATION: ANDERSON MALL MAIN ENTRANCE, CLEMSON BLVD, ANDERSON, SC
PACKET PICK UP: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH; DAY BEFORE RACE AT MALL NOON UNTIL 6PM.
5K COURSE: CERTIFIED COURSE ON CITY STREETS SURROUNDING THE ANDERSON MALL - FAST AND SAFE! (SC04033BS)
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COURSE MAP HERE [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/electric-city-gobbler-route-anderson-sc-e2459ae?u=i&sh=db6bvx]
1 MILE FUN RUN: COURSE IS ENCLOSED AROUND MALL
FINISH LINE: MEDALS AND HYDRATION AT FINISH LINE
AWARDS: CERTIFICATES AND PRIZES FOR:
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL WINNERS
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL MASTERS WINNERS
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL GRANDMASTERS
AGE GROUPS
*
10 AND UNDER,
*
11-14
*
15-19
*
20-24
*
25-29
*
30-34
*
35-39
*
40-44
*
45-49
*
50-54
*
55-59
*
60-64
*
65-70
*
70-74
*
75-79
*
80+
REGISTRATION:
* Registration online page will reflect price. T-shirt will be an add on fee.
STROLLERS ARE WELCOME & COSTUMES ARE ENCOURAGED!
DIRECTIONS: FROM 1-85, TAKE EXIT 19A TO ANDERSON, ANDERSON MALL IS FIVE MILES ON YOUR RIGHT.
CONTACT: ALISON YOUNGBLOOD [email protected]
IF YOU THINK THE ONLY RACE THAT HAPPENS ON THANKSGIVING DAY IS SEEING WHO GETS A SECOND HELPING OF PUMPKIN PIE FIRST, GUESS AGAIN! BEFORE LIFTING A FORK, WATCHING FOOTBALL, AND TAKING A POST-TURKEY SNOOZE, HUNDREDS ANDERSONIAN'S START THEIR HOLIDAY BY GIVING THANKS - WITH THE FAMOUS ELECTRIC CITY GOBBLER 5K AND 1 MILE FUN RUN!
WE WELCOME THE TAIL FEATHERS OF ELITE RUNNERS, WEEKEND WARRIORS, MAMMA'S WITH STROLLERS AND KIDS ALIKE ALONG OUR FAST 3.1 MILE RUN COURSE - WALKERS ARE WELCOME! OR, OUR NEW TRADITION, THE 1 MILE FUN RUN! PROCEEDS GO TO SCHOLARSHIP KIDS IN THE COMMUNITY TO BE ACTIVE THROUGH OUR OPERATION ACTIVE KIDS PROGRAM, OAK. SO, IF YOU HAVE A FLAIR FOR COSTUMED FUN, AND ENJOY FUN, PRIZES AND LOOKING FOR A REASON TO FEEL GUILT FREE ABOUT GOBBLING DOWN ALL DAY, THEN LUCKY FOR YOU (AND YOUR LOVE OF GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE) WE ARE HERE, SO GET SIGNED UP YOU TURKEYS!!
DATE: THANKSGIVING DAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2025
TIME: 1 MILE FUN RUN AT 8:00 AM
TIME: 5K AT 8:30 AM
LOCATION: ANDERSON MALL MAIN ENTRANCE, CLEMSON BLVD, ANDERSON, SC
PACKET PICK UP: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH; DAY BEFORE RACE AT MALL NOON UNTIL 6PM.
5K COURSE: CERTIFIED COURSE ON CITY STREETS SURROUNDING THE ANDERSON MALL - FAST AND SAFE! (SC04033BS)
*
COURSE MAP HERE [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/electric-city-gobbler-route-anderson-sc-e2459ae?u=i&sh=db6bvx]
1 MILE FUN RUN: COURSE IS ENCLOSED AROUND MALL
FINISH LINE: MEDALS AND HYDRATION AT FINISH LINE
AWARDS: CERTIFICATES AND PRIZES FOR:
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL WINNERS
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL MASTERS WINNERS
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL GRANDMASTERS
AGE GROUPS
*
10 AND UNDER,
*
11-14
*
15-19
*
20-24
*
25-29
*
30-34
*
35-39
*
40-44
*
45-49
*
50-54
*
55-59
*
60-64
*
65-70
*
70-74
*
75-79
*
80+
REGISTRATION:
* Registration online page will reflect price. T-shirt will be an add on fee.
STROLLERS ARE WELCOME & COSTUMES ARE ENCOURAGED!
DIRECTIONS: FROM 1-85, TAKE EXIT 19A TO ANDERSON, ANDERSON MALL IS FIVE MILES ON YOUR RIGHT.
CONTACT: ALISON YOUNGBLOOD [email protected]
Races
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Electric City Gobbler 5K Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Souvenir Race Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$22.20
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1 Mile Fun Run (UNTIMED)
Incl. $1.30 Fee & Souvenir Race Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:05AM EST)
$6.30
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1 Mile Run (TIMED)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Souvenir Race Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$22.20
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