Next Year Mighty Gobbler
- Date Thu 25th November 2027
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Troy, Michigan
- Price $20.27
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the festive spirit at the Mighty Gobbler on Thursday, November 25, 2027, in Troy, Oakland! This beloved Thanksgiving tradition features a USATF certified 5K race and a 1-mile fun run/walk, perfect for participants of all ages. Starting at 8:30 AM for the fun run and 9:00 AM for the 5K, the race winds through the charming neighborhoods and commercial areas of Troy, making it a delightful way to kick off your holiday before the big feast.
Participants will receive awesome awards and T-shirts, adding to the excitement of the day! Plus, you're contributing to a great cause, as proceeds from this year’s event will benefit Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers and Micah 6 Community. Don’t forget to bring canned goods for the raffle, supporting Troy People Concerned while getting a chance to win fantastic prizes. Register online by November 23 and pick up your race packet on the 24th or the morning of the race. Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate with the community at this heartwarming event!
Participants will receive awesome awards and T-shirts, adding to the excitement of the day! Plus, you're contributing to a great cause, as proceeds from this year’s event will benefit Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers and Micah 6 Community. Don’t forget to bring canned goods for the raffle, supporting Troy People Concerned while getting a chance to win fantastic prizes. Register online by November 23 and pick up your race packet on the 24th or the morning of the race. Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate with the community at this heartwarming event!
Organiser's Description
The Mighty Gobbler is a Thanksgiving tradition! A 5k race and 1 mile fun run/walk through a quiet Troy neighborhood. Hosted by Lutheran Church of the Master [https://lutheranchurchtroy.org/], this is the only USATF certified 5K course in Michigan on Thanksgiving Day, and a great way to start your holiday before the big feast! TSHIRTS and AWESOME AWARDS for all participants!!
TIME:
Thanksgiving morning, November 25, starting at 8:30 am for the 1 Mile fun run/walk and 9:00 am for the 5K.
LOCATION:
The race will begin in the parking lot in front of 3290 W. Big Beaver Road in Troy [https://www.google.com/maps/place/3290+W+Big+Beaver+Rd,+Troy,+MI+48084/@42.5632057,-83.1952166,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8824c6e9cc83e0ff:0xfd0704c851eac355!8m2!3d42.5634113!4d-83.1942516!16s%2Fg%2F11bw3xp6mb?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwMi4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]. The course winds through neighborhoods and commercial areas and is a mixture of roads and sidewalks.
EVENTS:
There will be two events: a 5K Run and a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk.
REGISTRATION:
Register online until Tuesday, November 23 at midnight. Register in person at packet pickup on Wednesday and Thursday. If at all possible, plan to register before Thursday to avoid long lines!
PACKET PICKUP:
Wednesday, November 24, 4:00-7:00 pm at Lutheran Church of the master, 3333 Coolidge Highway, Troy, MI 48084 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/3333+Coolidge+Hwy,+Troy,+MI+48084/@42.5662156,-83.1880445,858m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x8824c6c05ec84819:0x89ea6ab38a85c04a!8m2!3d42.5662156!4d-83.1880445!16s%2Fg%2F11b8v5txvl!5m1!1e1?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDMxMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
Thursday, November 25, 7:30 am at 3290 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/3290+W+Big+Beaver+Rd,+Troy,+MI+48084/@42.5632057,-83.1952166,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8824c6e9cc83e0ff:0xfd0704c851eac355!8m2!3d42.5634113!4d-83.1942516!16s%2Fg%2F11bw3xp6mb?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwMi4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
CHARITY PARTNERS:
Since 2015 the Mighty Gobbler has donated over $120,000 and over 10,000 canned goods to our community. Proceeds from this year's race will go to Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers [http://www.ivcinfo.org/], and Micah 6 Community [http://www.micah6community.com/].
RAFFLE:
Bring canned goods of food to be donated to Troy People Concerned [https://troypeopleconcerned.org/] for a chance to win raffle gifts. Each can donated gives you a raffle ticket. (Canned goods must not be past expiration to be eligible.)
SPONSORS:
Check out our amazing generous sponsors. https://www.mightygobbler.com/sponsors
TIME:
Thanksgiving morning, November 25, starting at 8:30 am for the 1 Mile fun run/walk and 9:00 am for the 5K.
LOCATION:
The race will begin in the parking lot in front of 3290 W. Big Beaver Road in Troy [https://www.google.com/maps/place/3290+W+Big+Beaver+Rd,+Troy,+MI+48084/@42.5632057,-83.1952166,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8824c6e9cc83e0ff:0xfd0704c851eac355!8m2!3d42.5634113!4d-83.1942516!16s%2Fg%2F11bw3xp6mb?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwMi4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]. The course winds through neighborhoods and commercial areas and is a mixture of roads and sidewalks.
EVENTS:
There will be two events: a 5K Run and a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk.
REGISTRATION:
Register online until Tuesday, November 23 at midnight. Register in person at packet pickup on Wednesday and Thursday. If at all possible, plan to register before Thursday to avoid long lines!
PACKET PICKUP:
Wednesday, November 24, 4:00-7:00 pm at Lutheran Church of the master, 3333 Coolidge Highway, Troy, MI 48084 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/3333+Coolidge+Hwy,+Troy,+MI+48084/@42.5662156,-83.1880445,858m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x8824c6c05ec84819:0x89ea6ab38a85c04a!8m2!3d42.5662156!4d-83.1880445!16s%2Fg%2F11b8v5txvl!5m1!1e1?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDMxMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
Thursday, November 25, 7:30 am at 3290 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/3290+W+Big+Beaver+Rd,+Troy,+MI+48084/@42.5632057,-83.1952166,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8824c6e9cc83e0ff:0xfd0704c851eac355!8m2!3d42.5634113!4d-83.1942516!16s%2Fg%2F11bw3xp6mb?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwMi4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
CHARITY PARTNERS:
Since 2015 the Mighty Gobbler has donated over $120,000 and over 10,000 canned goods to our community. Proceeds from this year's race will go to Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers [http://www.ivcinfo.org/], and Micah 6 Community [http://www.micah6community.com/].
RAFFLE:
Bring canned goods of food to be donated to Troy People Concerned [https://troypeopleconcerned.org/] for a chance to win raffle gifts. Each can donated gives you a raffle ticket. (Canned goods must not be past expiration to be eligible.)
SPONSORS:
Check out our amazing generous sponsors. https://www.mightygobbler.com/sponsors
Races
-
5k Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 25th November 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$20.27
OPENS 26 NOV -
1 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 25th November 2027 (8:30AM EST)
$20.27
OPENS 26 NOV
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3290 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, 48084, MI, United States
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