Thanksgiving Day Gobble Wobble 5K & Fun Run

  • Date Thu 26th November 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Alpharetta, Georgia
  • Price $32.80 - $54.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Get ready for a festive start to your Thanksgiving Day at the 11th Annual Gobble Wobble 5K & Fun Run on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Alpharetta, Forsyth. This beloved North Georgia tradition invites families and friends to kick off their holiday celebrations with an exciting 5K race and a fun-filled Kids Fun Run for children aged 10 and under. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying a stroll with loved ones, this event has something for everyone!

Participants in the 5K will receive a new lightweight and quick-dry performance long sleeve shirt hoodie, a custom Gobble Wobble finisher medal, and the thrill of a chip-timed race with live results. The event kicks off with the 5K at 8:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 9:15 AM, ensuring a morning full of smiles and high-fives. Plus, every step you take helps support Meals by Grace, providing meals to local families in need. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories while giving back to the community! Register by November 20, 2026, for guaranteed race swag and join us in celebrating

Organiser's Description

FEMALE SIGN KICK OFF YOUR THANKSGIVING WITH FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND A LITTLE FUN AT THE 11TH ANNUAL GOBBLE WOBBLE 5K & KIDS FUN RUN!

Join us on Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 26, 2026 for one of North Georgia's favorite holiday traditions!

Whether you're racing for a personal best, enjoying a walk with loved ones, or cheering on your little turkey in the Kids Fun Run, there's something for everyone.

SPARKLES REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 20, 2026, AT 11:59 PM to guarantee your finisher medal and PERFORMANCE LONG SLEEVE SHIRT HOODIE....NEW THIS YEAR IS A LIGHTWEIGHT & QUICK DRY HOODIE!!!! The hoodies are unisex so choose your size accordingly. Women may want to size down as unisex can run a little larger.


RED HEART BEST OF ALL, EVERY STEP YOU TAKE HELPS MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

All donations from this event benefit Meals by Grace, helping provide meals to local children and families in need. HTTPS://MEALSBYGRACE.ORG/DEFAULT.ASPX [https://mealsbygrace.org/Default.aspx]

5K PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:

NEW THIS YEAR...PERFORMANCE LONG SLEEVE SHIRT HOODIE, LIGHTWEIGHT & QUICK DRY THE HOODIES ARE UNISEX SO CHOOSE YOUR SIZE ACCORDINGLY. WOMEN MAY WANT TO SIZE DOWN AS UNISEX CAN RUN A LITTLE LARGER.

Custom Gobble Wobble finisher medal*
stopwatch Chip-timed race with live results
Age group & overall awards
An unforgettable Thanksgiving morning with an amazing running community!

Kids Fun Run (10 & Under) Includes:
Commemorative crewneck sweatshirt or hoodie
Kids Fun Run finisher medal*
Smiles, high-fives, and a finish line they'll never forget!

PACKET PICK-UP LOCATION AND DATES:

Saturday November 21st - Wednesday November 25th from 12PM-5PM

Big Peach Running Co. Cumming (5485 Bethelview Rd, Suite 430, Cumming, GA 30040)

THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP

Virtual packets will ship after September 10th if not picked up in person
Unclaimed items will be donated after race day.

***Please note: We cannot accommodate t-shirt size exchanges during packet pickup. Limited size swaps may be available after the race.

RACE LOCATION
Halcyon
6365 Halcyon Way
Alpharetta, GA 30005

RACE SCHEDULE
MALE SIGN 5K Walk/Run 8:00 AM
Kids Fun Run (10 & Under) 9:15 AM

Come burn a few calories before the turkey... then celebrate crossing the finish line with hundreds of your closest Thanksgiving friends!

We can't wait to celebrate Thanksgiving morning with you!

Weather: Event will take place rain or shine. Race officials reserve the right to delay, cancel, or alter the event due to unsafe conditions, stay tuned for event updates as race day approaches

5K COURSE MAP:

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Lightweight Hoodie

    Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    $54.00

  • Kids Fun Run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Lightweight Hoodie

    Thu 26th November 2026 (9:15AM EST)

    $32.80

  • Virtual 5k

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Lightweight Hoodie

    $43.40

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6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, 30005, GA, United States

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