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Place
112 Bradford St NE
Gainesville, GA US 30501
Description
Kick off your Thanksgiving Day with a fantastic new tradition — the Cops & Gobblers 5K in the heart of downtown Gainesville! Join neighbors, families, and first responders in a festive morning dash that earns you your turkey and a few extra helpings of stuffing.
Whether you're chasing down the next PR, jogging with friends and family, or casually strolling before your big feast, this event is for you. Enjoy fresh morning air, music, and community spirit as you start and finish on the historic square.
Registration and check-in opens at 6:30 AM, race starts at 8 AM sharp. Every participant can proudly wear their shirt and finisher medal to their Thanksgiving gatherings — and have bragging rights for extra pie!
Race Contact Info
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Who It is For
Proceeds from this event will benefit The Gainesville-Hall County Fraternal Order of Police Cops & Kids Program. The FOP's Cops & Kids Christmas program fosters strong bonds between local law enforcement officers and the community by allowing officers to accompany underprivileged children on shopping trips, ensuring they receive Christmas presents and view police as compassionate allies. Selected through local schools and organizations, each child gets $250 to spend—half on necessities and half on gifts, often for family members—while the program promotes positive interactions, helping dispel negative impressions and build trust with officers. To learn more, visit our website at: https://www.fop41.com/copskids
Course Map
This spectator friendly race will start and finish on the Gainesville Square. With an elevation gain of just 162 feet, it’s the perfect excuse to gobble up the miles! To view an interactive map, click HERE.
Parking Instructions
The Downtown Gainesville Square offers three parking decks and on street parking. Runners will be able to park in all three decks on race morning. The Downtown Square itself will be blocked off from allowing vehicles to go through it.
For leaving the event, you will be able to exit from any of the parking decks at any time. However there are restrictions for the North Deck and the Main St Deck. The North Deck, runners will have to exit on the Bradford St side and then go straight or make a right onto Acadmey St. The Main St Deck, runners will not be able to exit onto Main St, instead they will be directed to go out on Spring St next to Cotto and the Interactive Dragon.
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Dogs and Strollers
- Dogs and Strollers are welcome.
- Dogs must be leashed and friendly.
- Strollers start at the back of the race.
Packet Pick-Up
This info will be updated shortly!
Race Day Schedule
6:30 AM - Packet Pick-Up Opens
7:45 AM - Kids Fun Run around the Square
7:55 AM - Call to Start Line
8:00 AM - Race Starts
9:00 AM - Awards Ceremony
9:15 AM - Course Closes
