The ODO Gobbler Run & Ruck
- Date Sat 29th November 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location South Glastonbury, Connecticut
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, November 29, 2025, for the ODO Gobbler Run & Ruck, a thrilling outdoor adventure in South Glastonbury, Capitol! This exciting event offers participants the choice of racing distances, including a 5k or a 5-mile course, all set against the stunning backdrop of South Glastonbury's beautiful farmlands. Kick off your day with the 5-mile race starting at 10:00 am, followed by the 5k at 10:15 am and a special Kids Run at 11:15 am.
After burning off those Thanksgiving feast calories, participants can look forward to a fantastic finish line party at Hops on the Hill Brewery, complete with endless bowls of chili (both meat and veggie options), s'mores, and refreshing beverages. Register by November 15 to secure a stylish wood-composite bowl and a finisher's patch or medal, and don't miss your chance to win a homemade pie from Lyman Orchards for the top finishers! Plus, bring along some canned goods or peanut butter to support Veterans Basecamp's food pantry. The Lil Gobblers Activity Program ensures kids aged 4 and up have a fun and safe experience while parents participate
After burning off those Thanksgiving feast calories, participants can look forward to a fantastic finish line party at Hops on the Hill Brewery, complete with endless bowls of chili (both meat and veggie options), s'mores, and refreshing beverages. Register by November 15 to secure a stylish wood-composite bowl and a finisher's patch or medal, and don't miss your chance to win a homemade pie from Lyman Orchards for the top finishers! Plus, bring along some canned goods or peanut butter to support Veterans Basecamp's food pantry. The Lil Gobblers Activity Program ensures kids aged 4 and up have a fun and safe experience while parents participate
Organiser's Description
Open Doors Outdoors final event of the year lets also make it our biggest!
Burn off those Thanksgiving feast calories with this off-road adventure through the beautiful farm lands of South Glastonbury beginning and ending at the Hops on the Hill Brewery.
Ruck or run your choice of distances including 5k or 5-mile, then enjoy a fabulous finish line party with endless bowls of chili (meat and veggie options), smores and a freshly-brewed pint from Hops on the Hill Brewery (non-alcoholic beverages available too). All participants who register by November 15 are guaranteed a cool wood-composite bowl for your post-race chili from Maple Origins - a veteran/family-owned business located in Southington - and a cool finisher's patch (ruck) or medal (run).
Race is professionally timed and the top 3 Male & Female Finishers in each event win huge homemade pies donated by Lyman Orchards; overall winners earn ODO swag too!
The 5-mile races begin at 10:00am; 5k at 10:15am and Kids Run at 11:15am
Ruckers: Please consider loading your backpack with canned goods and/or peanut butter that can then be donated to Veterans Basecamp's food pantry.
Registration fee is $40 - day of registration is $45. Soup bowl & patch/medal are NOT guaranteed for those who register after November 15.
Packet Pick-up will be available on Friday, Nov 28 at Marathon Sports in Glastonbury.
The Lil Gobblers Activity Program is back again this year!! This special program for kids aged 4+ will keep them entertained (and safe) while Mom/Dad run/ruck. Kids program begins at 10am and culminates with the kids run at 11:15am. Cost for the Kids Activity Program is $15/child.
This race will forever hold a special place in our hearts as we celebrate the life of our friend and brother Henry Bender who was taken from us too soon.
_"There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone that light remains" _
Burn off those Thanksgiving feast calories with this off-road adventure through the beautiful farm lands of South Glastonbury beginning and ending at the Hops on the Hill Brewery.
Ruck or run your choice of distances including 5k or 5-mile, then enjoy a fabulous finish line party with endless bowls of chili (meat and veggie options), smores and a freshly-brewed pint from Hops on the Hill Brewery (non-alcoholic beverages available too). All participants who register by November 15 are guaranteed a cool wood-composite bowl for your post-race chili from Maple Origins - a veteran/family-owned business located in Southington - and a cool finisher's patch (ruck) or medal (run).
Race is professionally timed and the top 3 Male & Female Finishers in each event win huge homemade pies donated by Lyman Orchards; overall winners earn ODO swag too!
The 5-mile races begin at 10:00am; 5k at 10:15am and Kids Run at 11:15am
Ruckers: Please consider loading your backpack with canned goods and/or peanut butter that can then be donated to Veterans Basecamp's food pantry.
Registration fee is $40 - day of registration is $45. Soup bowl & patch/medal are NOT guaranteed for those who register after November 15.
Packet Pick-up will be available on Friday, Nov 28 at Marathon Sports in Glastonbury.
The Lil Gobblers Activity Program is back again this year!! This special program for kids aged 4+ will keep them entertained (and safe) while Mom/Dad run/ruck. Kids program begins at 10am and culminates with the kids run at 11:15am. Cost for the Kids Activity Program is $15/child.
This race will forever hold a special place in our hearts as we celebrate the life of our friend and brother Henry Bender who was taken from us too soon.
_"There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone that light remains" _
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Locally Made Chili Bowl
Sat 29th November 2025 (10:15AM EST)
$43.40
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5k Ruck
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Locally Made Chili Bowl
Sat 29th November 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$43.40
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5-Mile Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Locally Made Chili Bowl
Sat 29th November 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$43.40
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Lil Gobbler Kids Program (Includes Fun Run)
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 29th November 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$16.90
Kids have the option of running 1/2 mile or 1 mile
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