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A Race For The Whole Family!

 

The Gobble Gallop is all about coming together, sharing smiles, and making memories! This Thanksgiving Day, grab your loved ones and join the fun with your pick of three exciting events: the Gobble Gallop 5K, Tough Turkey 1 Mile, or the Gobble Giddy Up! Kids’ Run. It’s one of the biggest and most spirited running events in the Twin Ports, where thousands of participants gather each year to run, laugh, and celebrate what truly matters—community and family!

 


Register 4 or more for the Gobble Gallop 5K & Get $25.00 OFF!

Discount applied at check out. This promotion is not retroactive, and all participants must be registered in the same transaction for discounts to apply.

Gobble Gallop 5K

$53 9:30AM CST - 10:30AM CST Registration ends November 28, 2024 at 9:00am CST

Tough Turkey 1-Mile

$20 9:00AM CST - 9:20AM CST Price increases after November 24, 2024 at 11:59pm CST

Gobble Giddy Up! Kids Run

$0 8:40AM CST - 9:50AM CST Registration ends November 28, 2024 at 8:15am CST
Open to ages 1 - 8.
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Win Loll Designs Holiday Bundle!

What: Enter for a chance to win these and other adorable holiday décor bundles by Loll Designs!

Where: At Duluth Running Co. during check-in (Wed 11/27), and on Race Day in the big tent from 7:30-10:30 AM!

How: Make a cash or online donation at Check-in or in the big tent on Race Day in exchange for raffle tickets!

When: Raffe winners will be announced following the Gobble Gallop at 10:30 AM – and you don’t need to be present to win!

Why: Because supporting others feels good and helps promote a feeling of gratitude – just the right way to start your holiday weekend!

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Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center provides critical support and shelter to those affected by domestic violence in our community, offering a safe space, resources, and hope to individuals in need. At Duluth Running Co., we believe in creating a safer and more supportive environment for everyone, and Safe Haven’s mission aligns with our commitment to the well-being of our community.


Join us in supporting Safe Haven!

Your donation can make a real impact in the lives of families seeking safety and stability. When you donate through your registration or sign up as a fundraiser, you’re directly helping Safe Haven continue their essential work. Plus, if you raise $250 or more, we’ll refund your registration fee as a thank-you for your support.

Every donation counts, whether you’re participating in the race or not. Please share this opportunity with your friends, family, and neighbors to amplify the difference we can make together!

 




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Check-In & Bib Pick Up

 

Date:Wednesday, Nov. 27th: Noon-6:00 PM
 Duluth Running Company

 

Race Day, Nov. 28th: 7:30-9:15 AM
 Start/Finish Area Tent

5K Check-In: 7:30-9:15 AM
1-Mile Check-In: 7:30-8:45 AM
Kids Run Check-In: 7:30-8:30 AM

You do NOT need your confirmation or QR code for Check-in

Need to know:


Can I check my family in too?
 

Yes, you can check yourself in as well as others.

What do I need for Check-In? 
Bring a bag for bibs, pins, hats, etc.- to reduce waste, we do not provide packets or bags.


What about race day Check-in?
If you are checking in on race morning- arrive early! There is always a long line for check-in & restrooms! 

 

Gobble Gallop 5K

The 5K is an out and back through downtown Duluth, starting on London Road at the Rose Garden- the course follows London Rd south onto Superior Street to 5th Ave. W and back.

Course Map

Sign Up Closes: Race Day @ 9:00 AM

Race Day Check-in: 7:30 - 9:15 AM
Start Time:
9:30 AM
Finish Cut-Off Time: 10:30 AM 


Limited DRC
Pom Beanie!

$30.00 retail

Only 1400 will be available - get yours now when you register.

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Tough Turkey | 1-Mile

The 1-Mile starts and finishes at the Rose Garden on London Road, following Superior Street to the historic Fitger's Building and back.

COURSE MAP

Sign Up Closes: Race Day @ 8:30 AM

Race Day Check-in: 7:30 - 8:45 AM

Start Time: 
9:00 AM
Finish Cut-Off Time: 9:20 AM

 

Gobble Giddy Up!
Kids Run

The Kids Run is on London Road, and starts and finishes at the Rose Garden.

Ages:
Kids 8 & under are eligible to participate in this race

Price: FREE (kids must be registered online and have signed waiver by parent or guardian)

Sign Up Closes: Race Day @ 8:15 AM

Race Day Check-In: 7:30 - 8:30 AM

Start Time: 8:40 AM
Finish Cut-Off Time: 8:55 AM

Parking & Road Closures


Superior Street will be closed from 10th Ave E to 5th Ave W. 

London Rd will be closed from 10th Ave E & Superior St to 14th Ave E.


Where can we park near the race? 
Parking is available in the Duluth Rose Garden parking lot and on London Rd & aveunes east of 14th Ave E, as well as on Superior St east of 10th Ave E.

Start & Finish Area

 

The races start and finish on London Road near 12th Ave E. & the Rose Garden

 

Results & Awards

Results will be available online within minutes of your finish and you will have access to the results via on-site QR codes and via email upon finish.

Overall awards will be announced and provided to the top 3 finishers by gender category for the 5K and the 1-Mile for the Men, Non-binary, and Women categories, as well as age divisions by catagory as detailed below. 

All results and awards are based on the official race clock time, not your chip time.

We will continue the tradition of presenting pies to award winners courtesy of Gobble Gallop supporting partner SuperOne Foods.

Awards Presentation: 10:30 AM at the big tent.

Age group awards will be provided to the top 3 finishers in each of the following age groups by gender category for the 5K & 1-Mile: Men, Non-binary, and Women <10, 11-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+  
 
If you do not wish to participate in the awards presentation, please notify event staff of this prior to the awards presentation.
 

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The Gobble Gallop was established in 2006 and is produced by Duluth Running Company. This event is supported by the City of Duluth, the Duluth Police Department, our partners, amazing volunteers and the Twin Ports community!

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