Gobble on the Green 5K
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Location Cashiers, North Carolina
- Price Free - $38.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Gobble on the Green 5K, an exciting Thanksgiving tradition in beautiful Cashiers, Jackson, on Thursday, November 28, 2024! This festive turkey trot invites families and friends to kick off their holiday celebrations with a spirited 5K run/walk through the scenic Village Green. While you get your heart racing, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit and the promise of delicious Thanksgiving treats.
Participants are encouraged to register early, as T-shirts will only be available for those who sign up by November 12th. Early check-in takes place on November 27th from 3-6 PM, ensuring you’re ready for the race bright and early on Thanksgiving morning! With awards for the top finishers and fun door prizes from local businesses, this event is not just about running; it’s about celebrating the season together. Gather your loved ones, lace up your running shoes, and make this Thanksgiving unforgettable at the Gobble on the Green 5K!
Participants are encouraged to register early, as T-shirts will only be available for those who sign up by November 12th. Early check-in takes place on November 27th from 3-6 PM, ensuring you’re ready for the race bright and early on Thanksgiving morning! With awards for the top finishers and fun door prizes from local businesses, this event is not just about running; it’s about celebrating the season together. Gather your loved ones, lace up your running shoes, and make this Thanksgiving unforgettable at the Gobble on the Green 5K!
Organiser's Description
Turkey, cornbread dressing, pumpkin pie, football, and family time there are so many reasons to love Thanksgiving! Did we mention pie? Each family has its own activities and traditions to look forward to. The Village Green offers a 5K Run/Walk turkey-trot, Gobble On the Green!
T-SHIRTS: THE FINAL T-SHIRT ORDER WAS PLACED AT 2:30PM ON NOV. 12TH. ADDITIONAL T-SHIRTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY THIS YEAR. T-SHIRTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE TO THOSE REGISTERED BY NOVEMBER 12TH.
While extra t-shirts will not be available on race day this year, we still invite you to sign up and be part of the Thanksgiving Day fun! Don't miss out on this exciting eventregister today and join us for a memorable race experience!
PRE-RACE CHECK IN: Early check in will be available on Wednesday, November 27th from 3-6pm at The Village Green Lewis Hall (Address: 160 Frank Allen Road in Cashiers). Here, participants will receive their bibs and t-shirts. Participants are strongly encouraged to check in early on November 27th to ensure an on-time race start on Thanksgiving morning.
Race day check-in will be available inside Lewis Hall from 7:30am-8:45am!
EVENT AND COURSE DETAILS: The race course map and written directions are attached included on this race website. There will be signage and volunteers posted along the racecourse to assist with directions.
If you are a parent with a stroller, please start the race at the back of the group. Please keep in mind that some area of the race are gravel, grass, dirt, and paved. Also, while we are a dog friendly park, due to the number of participants, there is no dog participation in this event. _If spectators must bring their dog, they must be leashed and under control of their owner at all times. _
AWARDS: The top two overall winners (male and female) will receive pies in addition to race medals. Age level awards will be given to the top two finishers (male and female) in 7 age groups.
Four door prizes from local businesses will be given based on random bib number drawings.
_**PARTICIPANTS MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN DOOR PRIZES AND AWARDS**_
All participants' race times will be posted to the Gobble on The Green Run Sign Up website post race. Thank you for participating in the 2024 Gobble on The Green!
Most of all, thank you for your support of The Village Green, a 501c3 non-profit park system. Your registration in Gobble allows The Village Green to operate and maintain a 13+ acre nonprofit park that is open 365 days a year for free, where over 270 days of free community events occur! We look forward to seeing you bright and early on Thanksgiving to _Gobble on The Green_!
T-SHIRTS: THE FINAL T-SHIRT ORDER WAS PLACED AT 2:30PM ON NOV. 12TH. ADDITIONAL T-SHIRTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY THIS YEAR. T-SHIRTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE TO THOSE REGISTERED BY NOVEMBER 12TH.
While extra t-shirts will not be available on race day this year, we still invite you to sign up and be part of the Thanksgiving Day fun! Don't miss out on this exciting eventregister today and join us for a memorable race experience!
PRE-RACE CHECK IN: Early check in will be available on Wednesday, November 27th from 3-6pm at The Village Green Lewis Hall (Address: 160 Frank Allen Road in Cashiers). Here, participants will receive their bibs and t-shirts. Participants are strongly encouraged to check in early on November 27th to ensure an on-time race start on Thanksgiving morning.
Race day check-in will be available inside Lewis Hall from 7:30am-8:45am!
EVENT AND COURSE DETAILS: The race course map and written directions are attached included on this race website. There will be signage and volunteers posted along the racecourse to assist with directions.
If you are a parent with a stroller, please start the race at the back of the group. Please keep in mind that some area of the race are gravel, grass, dirt, and paved. Also, while we are a dog friendly park, due to the number of participants, there is no dog participation in this event. _If spectators must bring their dog, they must be leashed and under control of their owner at all times. _
AWARDS: The top two overall winners (male and female) will receive pies in addition to race medals. Age level awards will be given to the top two finishers (male and female) in 7 age groups.
Four door prizes from local businesses will be given based on random bib number drawings.
_**PARTICIPANTS MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN DOOR PRIZES AND AWARDS**_
All participants' race times will be posted to the Gobble on The Green Run Sign Up website post race. Thank you for participating in the 2024 Gobble on The Green!
Most of all, thank you for your support of The Village Green, a 501c3 non-profit park system. Your registration in Gobble allows The Village Green to operate and maintain a 13+ acre nonprofit park that is open 365 days a year for free, where over 270 days of free community events occur! We look forward to seeing you bright and early on Thanksgiving to _Gobble on The Green_!
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