Yes, all participants are required to register, however, kids under 6 years old are FREE. This will be reflected in the registration process. 

No refunds are given.

All race results will be posted on this page: Race Results. 
 

Shirt sizes are guaranteed through October 15, 2025 only. Until this time, please email us to change your shirt size. After October 15 the sizes are not guaranteed. 

Lightweight, roomy and highly breathable, this moisture-wicking long sleeve shirt features PosiCharge technology to lock in color and prevent logos from fading! Youth size shirts are cotton. Shirt sizes are only guaranteed for participants who registered by 10/21/24. Shirts are available while supplies last.

All proceeds from the YMCA Gobble Wobble 5K help support crucial YMCA programs and services to more than 250,000 people every year. With your participation we will be able to continue to provide financial assistance to thousands of members of our community to improve their mental and physical health and provide safe, trusted care for their children.

You can learn more about our impact on our website here: Greater Philadelphia YMCA Impact. 

During the registration process, you will select your local YMCA. Packets will be available for pickup at that location. For participants who registered by 11/20 you can pickup your race bag and shirt starting 11/24 - 12/5 during regular branch hours. Those who registered after 11/20 pickup is from 11/28 - 12/5 during regular branch hours.

Click HERE to view our volunteer options. Select your preferred volunteer option and follow the prompts to register. Our volunteer coordinator will reach out to you with more information as we get closer to race day. Thanks for joining us! 

Please feel free to contact us directly via email. 

We have a variety of volunteer options from pre-race day packet pickup support through race day course marshals. We’d be happy to give you more information about available positions and to help find the right option for you. Thanks for volunteering! 

Volunteer requirements vary by position. Please view our Volunteer Page HERE for more info.