Gobbler 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location New Port Richey, Florida
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving celebration with the 13th Annual Gobbler 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Thursday, November 27th, 2025, in beautiful Starkey Park, New Port Richey, Florida! This family-friendly event invites runners, walkers, and strollers of all ages to join in the fun while supporting local students at First Christian Academy. The Gobbler 5K is a chip-timed race set to begin between 7:30 and 7:40 am, ensuring participants are off to a great start. Not only will you enjoy the scenic park, but you'll also receive a stunning finishers medal, a poly dry-fit race t-shirt, and a stylish backpack!
The 1 Mile Fun Run is perfect for families and kids, with everyone receiving their own finishers medal and race gear. With exciting vendors, lively music, and a welcoming atmosphere, this event promises to be a highlight of your Thanksgiving Day! Don't miss out—secure your spot by registering online before November 24th, or join us on race day for in-person registration. Early registration is encouraged, as last year’s event sold out quickly. Bring your family, friends, and even your leashed
The 1 Mile Fun Run is perfect for families and kids, with everyone receiving their own finishers medal and race gear. With exciting vendors, lively music, and a welcoming atmosphere, this event promises to be a highlight of your Thanksgiving Day! Don't miss out—secure your spot by registering online before November 24th, or join us on race day for in-person registration. Early registration is encouraged, as last year’s event sold out quickly. Bring your family, friends, and even your leashed
Organiser's Description
13th Annual Gobbler 5k and 1 Mile Kids Fun Run
First Christian Academy is hosting the 13th annual Gobbler 5k Run on Thursday, November 27th, 2025. Join us on Thanksgiving morning for a 1 mile fun run and 5k event! Run, walk, or stroll with your family through beautiful Starkey Park in New Port Richey, Florida. While youre getting a great workout, you can also feel good about helping local students. All event proceeds from the Gobbler Run go to support First Christian Academy.
The Gobbler 5K will be a chip-timed race. Participants must begin the race between 7:30-7:40 am for accurate chip start time. Participants will receive a beautiful finishers medal, poly dry-fit race t-shirt and backpack. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group will also receive a placement trophy! The 1 Mile Fun Run is a race for all ages. Participants get a finishers medal, poly dry-fit race t-shirt and backpack! The entire event is family and pet friendly with music, vendors and fun!
Online registration ends Monday 11/24/25 at 8 am. Runners may still register in person on Race Day or packet pick up. RACERS THAT WANT GUARANTEED SHIRT SIZES MUST SIGN UP ONLINE BY 11/01/25. Due to selling out in 2024, early registration is encouraged to secure your entry.
PACKET PICK UP will be on Wednesday 11/26/25 from 4 to 6 PM at Starkey Park in the Educational Center. Please take advantage of early pick up so on Thanksgiving morning all you have to do is show up and run!
All participants will be parking in the fields at the entrance of the park. The race is in the center of the park (same awesome spot as last year) with the start and finish located at the Educational Center/ Information Kiosk. Please plan to make the short walk from the fields in the front (main parking area last year) to the Educational Center.
Jogging strollers are welcome as are well behaved and leashed pets.
Gates to the park open at 6:45am Thanksgiving morning. PLEASE do not go to the gate sooner then 6:45am if you are a participant. Our vendors and volunteers need to get in and get set up. This is going to be the best local non-commercialized race you have ever participated in!
First Christian Academy is hosting the 13th annual Gobbler 5k Run on Thursday, November 27th, 2025. Join us on Thanksgiving morning for a 1 mile fun run and 5k event! Run, walk, or stroll with your family through beautiful Starkey Park in New Port Richey, Florida. While youre getting a great workout, you can also feel good about helping local students. All event proceeds from the Gobbler Run go to support First Christian Academy.
The Gobbler 5K will be a chip-timed race. Participants must begin the race between 7:30-7:40 am for accurate chip start time. Participants will receive a beautiful finishers medal, poly dry-fit race t-shirt and backpack. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group will also receive a placement trophy! The 1 Mile Fun Run is a race for all ages. Participants get a finishers medal, poly dry-fit race t-shirt and backpack! The entire event is family and pet friendly with music, vendors and fun!
Online registration ends Monday 11/24/25 at 8 am. Runners may still register in person on Race Day or packet pick up. RACERS THAT WANT GUARANTEED SHIRT SIZES MUST SIGN UP ONLINE BY 11/01/25. Due to selling out in 2024, early registration is encouraged to secure your entry.
PACKET PICK UP will be on Wednesday 11/26/25 from 4 to 6 PM at Starkey Park in the Educational Center. Please take advantage of early pick up so on Thanksgiving morning all you have to do is show up and run!
All participants will be parking in the fields at the entrance of the park. The race is in the center of the park (same awesome spot as last year) with the start and finish located at the Educational Center/ Information Kiosk. Please plan to make the short walk from the fields in the front (main parking area last year) to the Educational Center.
Jogging strollers are welcome as are well behaved and leashed pets.
Gates to the park open at 6:45am Thanksgiving morning. PLEASE do not go to the gate sooner then 6:45am if you are a participant. Our vendors and volunteers need to get in and get set up. This is going to be the best local non-commercialized race you have ever participated in!
Races
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Gobbler 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$38.10
Bibs are chipped. No matter when you start...your race time will be accurately recorded. You may start any time between 7:30 and 8:00. There will be an airhorn start for our serious racers. -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$32.80
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Virtual 5K Race
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
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