Yes. We suggest registering through our website even on Race Day. This can be done on your mobile device or computer or at our registration station on one of our devices. This is the fastest way to register. Registration will close at 8:00 AM on Race Day when the Opening Ceremony begins. Cash is not accepted on race day.

Shirts are not guaranteed on Race Day. Please consider registering before October 15th to secure your shirt and size. 

Yes, all participants running the 5k will receive a chipped bib. Early registrants will receive a Gobble Wobble limited edition bib. Later registrants, including Race Day registrants, will receive a bib, but it may not be the limited edition version. 

Awards will be given out following the end of the 5k. Medals will be given to the overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place runners of the race for male, female, and non-binary categories. Medals will also be given to the 1st place runner in each age bracket in the male and female categories.

Age brackets: 6-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

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

We will have bottled water, fruit and snacks available for runners after the race.

No refunds are given. 

This is a rain or shine event. No refunds will be given. 

No, pets are not permitted on the course. 

Strollers are permitted on the course, but please start in the back of your corral.

All race results will be posted on this page: Race Results. Participants will be able to scan a QR code on their bib and on signage around the event area to view their results as well. 

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. 

Shirt details are not available at the moment. Please check back later for updated information about the shirt composition, fit, and preview.

Cash is not accepted on race day. Our online registration process through this site is open on race day morning until 8:00 AM. We suggest checking out on your phone or other device before checking in. 

Participants who refer 3 friends using sharable links after registration are eligible for up to a $30 refund!

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.

Thanks for spending your holiday morning with us! Other than our awards ceremony after the race, we will keep the day short so you can return home to spend time with your families.

It is strongly recommended that runners/walkers pick up their packets prior to race day. Packet pick up is available at the Willow Grove Y on November 24, 25 and 26 from 9 AM to 7 PM. You can also pick up your packet Race Day at the race site from 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM – but there may be a line, so be prepared to wait.

You can pick up your packet before the race begins on race day. Your packet/t-shirt will be available at the Check-in/Registration tables. Please budget time to wait in line before race-day. We suggest arriving when registration opens to allow yourself time to pickup your packet and return items to your car that you do not wish to run with.

Your packet will include your bib, t-shirt (if registered by October 15th), FAQs for race day, and other information or giveaways. 

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.