Gainesville's Thanksgiving Day Cops & Gobblers 5K
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 7:45AM EST
- Location Gainesville, Georgia
- Price Free - $5,437.75
- Races 12 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
The excitement starts at 6:30 AM with registration and check-in, leading up to the race starting at 8 AM sharp. Participants will enjoy fresh morning air, lively music, and an electrifying atmosphere as they dash through the historic square. Every runner will receive a coveted finisher medal and a stylish shirt to proudly wear at their Thanksgiving gatherings, ensuring not only a great workout but also bragging rights for extra pie! Join us for this fantastic new tradition and make unforgettable memories as you earn your turkey and a few extra helpings of stuffing!
Organiser's Description
Whether you're chasing down the next PR, jogging with friends and family, or casually strolling before your big feast, this event is for you. Enjoy fresh morning air, music, and community spirit as you start and finish on the historic square.
Registration and check-in opens at 6:30AM, race starts at 8AM sharp. Every participant can proudly wear their shirt and finisher medal to their Thanksgiving gatherings and have bragging rights for extra pie!
Races
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5K (Includes Finisher Medal/No Shirt)
Incl. $3.25 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$13.25
CLOSEDParticipants in this event will NOT receive a race shirt, but they WILL receive a finisher medal. Those who qualify WILL BE eligible to receive overall or age group awards. -
Fun Run With Finisher Medal Only (No Shirt)
Incl. $3.25 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:45AM EST)
$13.25
CLOSEDParticipants in this event will NOT receive a race shirt, but they WILL receive a finisher medal. -
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt or Upgrade to Hoodie
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$38.75
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Kids Fun Run
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt or Upgrade to Hoodie
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:45AM EST)
$23.25
Kids Run doing one loop around the Downtown Square -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt or Upgrade to Hoodie
$38.75
OPENS 30 JUN -
No Shirt & No Medal 5K
Incl. $3.25 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$28.25
CLOSEDCan't make it to the race? Participate wherever your travels take you and support a great cause! Choose whether to pick up your shirt/medal before the race or have it shipped to you. -
Presenting Sponsor
Incl. $437.75 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:45AM EST)
$5,437.75
CLOSED -
Premier Sponsor
Incl. $175.25 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:45AM EST)
$2,175.25
CLOSED -
Premium Sponsor
Incl. $87.75 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:45AM EST)
$1,087.75
CLOSED -
Featured Sponsor
Incl. $44.00 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:45AM EST)
$544.00
CLOSED -
Friends of the 5K Sponsor
Incl. $22.13 Fee
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:45AM EST)
$272.13
CLOSED -
Volunteers
Incl. Long Sleeve T-Shirt or Upgrade to Hoodie
Thu 26th November 2026 (7:45AM EST)
Free
CLOSED
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Downtown Gainesville Square, 112 Bradford St NE, Gainesville, 30501, GA, United States
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