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The 19th Gobble Gallop

Thanksgiving Day | Duluth, MN 

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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!

 

 

Registration Pricing

Sign Ups

 

 

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Participants

 

 


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

$48 9:30AM CST - 10:30AM CST
Increases to $53 after the first 1400 people register. (227 spots left) 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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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.

They serve a seven-county area in northern Minnesota, including St. Louis, Koochiching, Aitkin, Lake, Carlton, Itasca and Cook counties. They provide emergency shelter for over 500 survivors and advocacy for more than 1,500 adults and children each year.

 

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!

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 Opens: 9/1/24 at Noon
Sign Up Closes: Race Day @ 9:00 AM

Race Day Check-in: 7:30 - 9:30 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 Sreet to the historic Fitger's Building and back.

COURSE MAP

Sign Up Opens:
9/1/24 at Noon
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 by parent or guardian and sign the waiver)
Sign Up Opens: 9/1/24 at Noon
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

 

Volunteer & Get the Gear!

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Join the fun and make a difference this Thanksgiving! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the Gobble Gallop a success. As a thank you, all volunteers will receive a Limited DRC Pom Beanie.

Be part of the team that brings this beloved community run to life! 

Check-In & Bib Pick Up


Dates | Times | Locations

Wednesday, November 27th: Noon-6:00 PM
 Duluth Running Company


*Kids Run check-in on 11/28 only.

 

Race Day, November 28th: 7:30-9:00 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: 8:15-8:30 AM

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

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! 

 

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

Your finish time is posted within minutes of your finish and results are available via the QR codes displayed at the finish area and in your email once you cross the finish line.
Awards Presentation: 10:30am 
The presentation will take place near or inside the big tent near the finish area. Overall and age group awards will be announced. Results will be available online within minutes of finishing and you will have access to this information to see if you have placed in the top 3 of your gender category and age group.
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+  
Overall awards will be provided to the top 3 finishers by gender category for the 5K and the 1-Mile for the Men, Non-binary, and Women categories.
We will continue the tradition of presenting pies to award recipients courtesy of Gobble Gallop partner SuperOne Foods.
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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