Give 'N Gobble 5K
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Dickson, Tennessee
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026, for the exhilarating Give 'N Gobble 5K in Downtown Dickson, Tennessee! This spirited annual holiday tradition is one of the largest Thanksgiving Day races in Middle Tennessee, attracting families and professional runners alike. The race kicks off on Historic Main Street and winds its way to the scenic Holland Park, adjacent to the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum. Participants can choose between the challenging 5K course, officially certified by USA Track and Field, or the family-friendly One Mile Walk/Run. Both events are equipped with RFID chip timing to ensure accurate results.
Since its inception in 2014, the Give 'N Gobble has raised over $534,000 to support the Dickson County Help Center, providing essential services such as food, clothing, and shelter to those in need. Celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with a fun-filled run that truly gives back to the community. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a festive day of fitness and family fun!
Since its inception in 2014, the Give 'N Gobble has raised over $534,000 to support the Dickson County Help Center, providing essential services such as food, clothing, and shelter to those in need. Celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with a fun-filled run that truly gives back to the community. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a festive day of fitness and family fun!
Organiser's Description
THE GIVE 'N GOBBLE 5K THANKSGIVING DAY RACE IS A FUN-FILLED ANNUAL HOLIDAY TRADITION FOR DICKSON COUNTY AND MANY FAMILIES IN MIDDLE TENNESSEE!
As one of Middle Tennessees largest Thanksgiving Day races, the Give 'N Gobble's 5K Race and One Mile Walk/Run starts at with great fanfare on Historic Main Street in Downtown Dickson and finishes at Holland Park, next to the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum.
For many, the Give 'N Gobble is a fun, family-centered tradition, however the race does attract many professional runners from all over Tennessee and the United States. The Give 'N Gobbles challenging 5K course is officially certified by USA Track and Field, and both the 5K and One Mile races are RFID (chip) timed.
Since the first race in 2014, the Give N Gobble has raised over $534,000 in the spirit of Thanksgiving for the Dickson County Help Center. The Dickson County Help Center provides aid in the form of food, clothing, prescribed medication, temporary shelter and limited financial assistance to the citizens of Dickson County on an emergency basis with love and dignity.
JOIN US ON THANKSGIVING MORNING FOR A GREAT RUN THAT GIVES TO A GREAT CAUSE BEFORE YOU GOBBLE!
As one of Middle Tennessees largest Thanksgiving Day races, the Give 'N Gobble's 5K Race and One Mile Walk/Run starts at with great fanfare on Historic Main Street in Downtown Dickson and finishes at Holland Park, next to the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum.
For many, the Give 'N Gobble is a fun, family-centered tradition, however the race does attract many professional runners from all over Tennessee and the United States. The Give 'N Gobbles challenging 5K course is officially certified by USA Track and Field, and both the 5K and One Mile races are RFID (chip) timed.
Since the first race in 2014, the Give N Gobble has raised over $534,000 in the spirit of Thanksgiving for the Dickson County Help Center. The Dickson County Help Center provides aid in the form of food, clothing, prescribed medication, temporary shelter and limited financial assistance to the citizens of Dickson County on an emergency basis with love and dignity.
JOIN US ON THANKSGIVING MORNING FOR A GREAT RUN THAT GIVES TO A GREAT CAUSE BEFORE YOU GOBBLE!
Races
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2026 Give 'N Gobble 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:30AM CST)
$32.80
OPENS 01 MAYThe Give N Gobble 5K route begins on North Main Street, right beside the Dickson County Help Center, and ends on Center Avenue next to Holland Park. Runners will experience a scenic and challenging course that winds through the McCreary Heights neighborhood and continues into the West Dickson neighborhood before looping back into downtown. This route has been professionally measured and is USATF certified, ensuring that every step meets the exact standard of a 5K distance. Please note that app-based mileage trackers may not reflect the certified measurements. For the most accurate course details, participants are encouraged to contact the race director directly. -
2026 Give 'N Gobble 1 Mile Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$22.20
OPENS 01 MAYThe Give N Gobble 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk begins on North Main Street beside the Dickson County Help Center and finishes on Center Avenue next to Holland Park. The route takes participants through downtown Dickson, creating a festive and family-friendly atmosphere for walkers and runners of all ages. Please note that the 1-mile course is an approximate distance and will not reflect the exact measurement of the route. Mileage tracking apps may also vary from the actual course. -
2026 Give 'N Gobble Virtual "Couch 5K"
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.70
OPENS 01 MAYThe Give N Gobble Couch 5K is for the Gobblers cheering from afar! If you cannot make it to the starting line on Thanksgiving morning, you can still be part of the fun and support the race from wherever you are. Walk, jog, sip coffee in your pajamas, or simply enjoy the bragging rights from home. Couch 5K participants will receive a race shirt, a special bib, and a medal, so you can still be part of the tradition no matter where you celebrate.
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