Great Gobbler 5K

When is the race?

• The race will be held on Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 24, 2022 at Nashua High School South. The 5K race starts at 8:00 A.M. sharp. The Little Gobbler Fun Run (400m) starts at 7:30 A.M.

What is the cost of the race?

• $25.00 Adults (18 and older)
  $20.00 Youth (17 and younger)
  Little Gobbler (400m) Fun Run is FREE (ages 2-10)
• Registration on race day will cost $30.00 for adults and $25.00 for youth

How do I sign up?

• Online registration closes Monday, November 21st 2022. In-person registration and bib pick up will take place on Wednesday, November 23rd in the Nashua South Cafetaria from 10:00am to 5:00pm AND race day morning at Nashua South until 7:30am.

What happens in the event of inclement weather?

• It is unlikely the race will be postponed due to inclement weather. This race has been run in the snow several times. Any postponement will be announced on this website and on our "Great Gobbler Thanksgiving Day 5k" Facebook page. If you don’t see an announcement that means the race is on as scheduled. Due to the large size of the race we cannot respond to individual emails or calls in the days leading up to the race asking if the race “might” be postponed or what our “thinking” is about the weather on race day.

What is the race course?

• The 5k race course begins by the South rotunda, proceeds out through the gate by the Panther dome through the student parking lots and turns right onto Riverside Drive, stays on Riverside Drive for approx. .5 miles, then turns right onto Stadium Drive toward Stellos Stadium, then passes by the Gate House and waterfalls and the remaining two miles are through the Mine Falls trails with a finish by the South Rotunda.
• In the event of inclement weather/snow or other conditions, an alternate course may be used.

Are you still taking donations of canned goods for the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter?

• Yes! Donations of canned goods for the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter will be accepted on Wednesday, November 23rd from 10:00am to 5:00pm AND race day morning in the Nashua South cafeteria. Thank you for your generosity!

When can I pick up my race bib?

• Bib pick (and shirt pick up for the first 500 entrants) up will take place on Wednesday, November 23rd in the Nashua South cafeteria from 10:00am to 5:00pm AND race day morning at Nashua South until 7:30am.
• Although Wednesday's early bib-pickup is no longer being held at Fleet Feet, mention your Great Gobbler registration at Fleet Feet Sports in Nashua on November 23rd to receive a 15% off discount on your in-store purchase.

Will I get a Great Gobbler long sleeve shirt?

• Our famous Great Gobbler long sleeve shirts are available for the first 500 registrants. Spots are filling fast, so register now! A limited number of sizes will be available for purchase at the Nashua South bib pickup and on race day. The first 500 registrants can pick up their shirts at bib pick up.

More Questions?

• Use the contact form below.

Each year we accept donations of canned goods for the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter. Donations will be accepted on Wednesday, November 23rd at Fleet Feet Sports in Nashua from 10:00am to 5:00pm AND race day morning in the Nashua South cafeteria. Thank you for your generosity!

This year we are introducing a new Great Gobbler 5K course! The course is just as scenic and closer to the 5K distance. The course begins and runs down Riverside Dr. then takes a right after Conway Arena toward Stellos Stadium. Staying right, runners will enter into beautiful Mine Falls park and run along the river, past the South bridge, under the highway, and head right over the bridge by the soccer fields. The paved trail will take you right in back toward Nashua South and into the finish by the Rotunda. View the full course map here:

Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female 5K competitors

We appreciate the help of all our volunteers! Sign up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BAAA72AA6F85-great