Grateful Gallop 5k presented by GCAFCU
- Date Thu 27th November 2025 - Sat 29th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Grove City, Pennsylvania
- Price $39.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 10th Annual Grateful Gallop 5K, taking place in the charming town of Grove City, Pennsylvania, from November 27th to November 29th, 2025. This festive event kicks off on Thanksgiving morning at 9:00 AM, starting on Greenwood Drive and winding along the picturesque Hunter Farm bike path. Runners of all skill levels are invited to participate in this flat and fast 5K race, which not only promotes health and fitness but also supports a wonderful cause—the Grove City Community Food Pantry.
Make sure to bring along some non-perishable food items or toiletries to donate, as there will be a collection box at the event. The excitement continues with an awards ceremony at 10:00 AM, recognizing the top 5 overall male and female finishers as well as the top three in various age categories. With chip timing provided by Wolf Creek Race Management and ample parking available at the Grove City College Colonial Hall lot, the Grateful Gallop promises to be a fun-filled day for the community. Join us for a memorable Thanksgiving tradition that celebrates gratitude, community spirit, and healthy living!
Make sure to bring along some non-perishable food items or toiletries to donate, as there will be a collection box at the event. The excitement continues with an awards ceremony at 10:00 AM, recognizing the top 5 overall male and female finishers as well as the top three in various age categories. With chip timing provided by Wolf Creek Race Management and ample parking available at the Grove City College Colonial Hall lot, the Grateful Gallop promises to be a fun-filled day for the community. Join us for a memorable Thanksgiving tradition that celebrates gratitude, community spirit, and healthy living!
Organiser's Description
GENERAL INFO:
The 10th Annual Grateful Gallop presented by GCAFCU will take place on Thanksgiving morning at 9:00 AM in Grove City, PA. The race starts on Greenwood Drive and travels along the Hunter Farm bike path. The Grateful Gallop 5k supports the Grove City Community Food Pantry [http://www.gcfoodpantry.org/index.html]! There will be a donation box to collect non-perishable food and toiletries.
PACKET PICK UP:
Pre-race packet pickup will be at the Grove City Are Federal Credit Union (1600 S. Center St. Ext.):
Monday, November 24: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, November 25: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, November 26: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
AWARDS:
There will be an awards ceremony at 10:00 AM on race day. Top 5 Overall Male and Female finishers, plus the top 3 in the following age categories: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-60, 70 & Over.
COURSE:
Flat and Fast. There will be a water station near the halfway point. Men's course record: Jed Christiansen 15:04.35 (2023). Women's Course Record: Eden Slater 18:20.55 (2023).
TIMING:
This race is being chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management [https://wolfcreektrackclub.com/] utilizing world-leading MyLaps hardware.
PARKING:
Parking will be available at the Grove City College Colonial Hall lot where the old Middle School used to be.
The 10th Annual Grateful Gallop presented by GCAFCU will take place on Thanksgiving morning at 9:00 AM in Grove City, PA. The race starts on Greenwood Drive and travels along the Hunter Farm bike path. The Grateful Gallop 5k supports the Grove City Community Food Pantry [http://www.gcfoodpantry.org/index.html]! There will be a donation box to collect non-perishable food and toiletries.
PACKET PICK UP:
Pre-race packet pickup will be at the Grove City Are Federal Credit Union (1600 S. Center St. Ext.):
Monday, November 24: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, November 25: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, November 26: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
AWARDS:
There will be an awards ceremony at 10:00 AM on race day. Top 5 Overall Male and Female finishers, plus the top 3 in the following age categories: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-60, 70 & Over.
COURSE:
Flat and Fast. There will be a water station near the halfway point. Men's course record: Jed Christiansen 15:04.35 (2023). Women's Course Record: Eden Slater 18:20.55 (2023).
TIMING:
This race is being chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management [https://wolfcreektrackclub.com/] utilizing world-leading MyLaps hardware.
PARKING:
Parking will be available at the Grove City College Colonial Hall lot where the old Middle School used to be.
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