The Gobbler Classic 5K Run/Walk
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Dyer, Indiana
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 22nd Annual Gobbler Classic 5K Run/Walk on Thursday, November 26, 2026, in beautiful Dyer, Lake! This beloved Thanksgiving tradition invites runners and walkers of all ages to join in the fun at Faith Church Dyer, all while supporting a great cause—raising funds for local food pantries. Last year alone, the event raised over $30,000, and this year, with your participation, we aim to surpass that milestone!
The day kicks off bright and early with check-in from 7:00 to 7:45 AM, followed by the race starting at 8:00 AM. Whether you're sprinting or strolling, everyone is welcome to participate, including families with strollers (just remember to line up with the walkers!). After the race, enjoy complimentary food and beverages in the atrium as we celebrate with awards for the top male and female finishers in various age categories. Be part of this joyous occasion and help us make a difference in our community—mark your calendars for the Gobbler Classic and get ready for a fantastic day of fun and philanthropy!
The day kicks off bright and early with check-in from 7:00 to 7:45 AM, followed by the race starting at 8:00 AM. Whether you're sprinting or strolling, everyone is welcome to participate, including families with strollers (just remember to line up with the walkers!). After the race, enjoy complimentary food and beverages in the atrium as we celebrate with awards for the top male and female finishers in various age categories. Be part of this joyous occasion and help us make a difference in our community—mark your calendars for the Gobbler Classic and get ready for a fantastic day of fun and philanthropy!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 22ND ANNUAL GOBBLER CLASSIC! GRAB YOUR RUNNING OR WALKING SHOES, YOUR GOBBLER SWAG AND HIT THE PAVEMENT WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS AT FAITH CHURCH DYER ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26 AS WE CONTINUE OUR THANKSGIVING TRADITION OF THE GOBBLER CLASSIC 5K WALK/RUN. THIS RACE HAS BECOME A STAPLE FOR MANY, AS WE RAISE FUNDS FOR LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES IN FAITH CHURCH COMMUNITIES. LAST YEAR WE RAISED OVER $30,000!!!- FOR OUR THANKSGIVING TRADITION. _(NOTE: SHIRT AVAILABILITY IS NOTED IN REAL TIME; QUANTITIES ARE LIMITED TO THE FIRST 1,050 PARTICIPANTS.)_
GOBBLER SCHEDULE
7-7:45 AM | CHECK-IN
8 AM | RACE START TIME
_POST RACE ENJOY COMPLIMENTARY FOOD & BEVERAGE IN THE ATRIUM._
9:10 AM | AWARDS
AWARDS
AWARDS ARE PRESENTED TO BOTH A MALE AND FEMALE WINNER IN EACH OF THE FOLLOWING AGE BRACKETS: 9 & UNDER; 10-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; AND 65 & OLDER. AWARDS ARE ALSO GIVEN TO THE OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE WINNERS.
PACKET PICK-UP
WE WILL BE OFFERING PACKET PICK-UP THIS YEAR. AN EMAIL REMINDER WILL BE COMMUNICATED CLOSER TO THE EVENT BUT CURRENT PACKET PICK-UP TIMES ARE SET FOR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 | 12-6 PM AND WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 | 12-6 PM.
FAQS
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED? STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED ON THE 5K ROUTE. WE ASK FOR THOSE PUSHING A STROLLER TO LINE UP WITH THE WALKERS OR BEHIND THE RUNNERS, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO RUN.
ARE DOGS ALLOWED? WE LOVE DOGS BUT WE REQUEST ALL FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS STAY AT HOME. FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON FAITH CHURCH PROPERTY DURING THE EVENT, BOTH THE RACE ROUTE AND INSIDE THE CHURCH.
CAN I VOLUNTEER? YES! VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED TO MAKE ANY EVENT A SUCCESS! WE COULD USE ASSISTANCE WITH CHECK-IN, RACE ROUTE MARSHALS, BEVERAGE SET-UP, GIVEAWAY DISTRIBUTION, ETC. EMAIL [email protected].
CAN I USE A DRONE? TECHNOLOGY CAN BE SUPER COOL, ESPECIALLY FROM A BIRD'S EYE VIEW; HOWEVER, DUE TO INSURANCE RESTRICTIONS, DRONES ARE PROHIBITED.
GOBBLER SCHEDULE
7-7:45 AM | CHECK-IN
8 AM | RACE START TIME
_POST RACE ENJOY COMPLIMENTARY FOOD & BEVERAGE IN THE ATRIUM._
9:10 AM | AWARDS
AWARDS
AWARDS ARE PRESENTED TO BOTH A MALE AND FEMALE WINNER IN EACH OF THE FOLLOWING AGE BRACKETS: 9 & UNDER; 10-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; AND 65 & OLDER. AWARDS ARE ALSO GIVEN TO THE OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE WINNERS.
PACKET PICK-UP
WE WILL BE OFFERING PACKET PICK-UP THIS YEAR. AN EMAIL REMINDER WILL BE COMMUNICATED CLOSER TO THE EVENT BUT CURRENT PACKET PICK-UP TIMES ARE SET FOR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 | 12-6 PM AND WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 | 12-6 PM.
FAQS
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED? STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED ON THE 5K ROUTE. WE ASK FOR THOSE PUSHING A STROLLER TO LINE UP WITH THE WALKERS OR BEHIND THE RUNNERS, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO RUN.
ARE DOGS ALLOWED? WE LOVE DOGS BUT WE REQUEST ALL FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS STAY AT HOME. FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON FAITH CHURCH PROPERTY DURING THE EVENT, BOTH THE RACE ROUTE AND INSIDE THE CHURCH.
CAN I VOLUNTEER? YES! VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED TO MAKE ANY EVENT A SUCCESS! WE COULD USE ASSISTANCE WITH CHECK-IN, RACE ROUTE MARSHALS, BEVERAGE SET-UP, GIVEAWAY DISTRIBUTION, ETC. EMAIL [email protected].
CAN I USE A DRONE? TECHNOLOGY CAN BE SUPER COOL, ESPECIALLY FROM A BIRD'S EYE VIEW; HOWEVER, DUE TO INSURANCE RESTRICTIONS, DRONES ARE PROHIBITED.
Races
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The Gobbler Classic 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & 22nd Annual Limited Edition T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$32.80
OPENS 12 SEPShirt availability is noted in real time (shirts are guaranteed to the first 1,050 who register; sizing not guaranteed).
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