The Grove City Area Federal Credit Union Grateful Gallop 5K
- Date Thu 26th November 2026 - Sat 28th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Grove City, Pennsylvania
- Price $28.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 10th Annual Grateful Gallop 5K on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026, in the charming town of Grove City, Mercer County, Pennsylvania! This exciting race kicks off at 9:00 AM on Greenwood Drive and takes participants along the picturesque Hunter Farm bike path. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this flat and fast course is designed to accommodate all fitness levels.
Not only will you have the chance to compete for awards, including top finishes for both male and female racers, but you'll also be supporting a great cause—the Grove City Community Food Pantry. Bring along non-perishable food items or toiletries to donate, and help make a difference in your community. Pre-race packet pickup will be available at the Grove City Area Federal Credit Union from November 24 to 26, ensuring you're ready for race day. Don’t miss this opportunity to get active, give back, and enjoy a beautiful Thanksgiving morning with family and friends!
Not only will you have the chance to compete for awards, including top finishes for both male and female racers, but you'll also be supporting a great cause—the Grove City Community Food Pantry. Bring along non-perishable food items or toiletries to donate, and help make a difference in your community. Pre-race packet pickup will be available at the Grove City Area Federal Credit Union from November 24 to 26, ensuring you're ready for race day. Don’t miss this opportunity to get active, give back, and enjoy a beautiful Thanksgiving morning with family and friends!
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.
Races
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The Grove City Area Federal Credit Union Grateful Gallop 5K
Incl. $3.60 Fee & Long Sleeve Performance Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$28.60
OPENS 05 OCT -
Virtual Grove City Area Federal Credit Union Grateful Gallop 5K
Incl. $3.60 Fee & Long Sleeve Performance Shirt
$28.60
OPENS 05 OCT
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