Electric City Gobbler 5K
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Electric City Gobbler Thanksgiving Day Tradition
The Electric City Gobbler is a set of Thanksgiving Day running events held at Anderson Mall in Anderson, SC on Thursday, November 26, 2026. The event program includes a chip-timed 5K, a new chip-timed 1 Mile Time Trial, and an untimed 1 Mile Fun Run. Packet pickup is available the day before the event at Anderson Mall.
The 5K is a certified course (SC04033BS) on city streets surrounding the mall. The 1 mile events use an enclosed course around the mall. Chip timing and finisher medals are provided for chip-timed entries, and hydration is available at the finish line. Souvenir race shirts are optional for an extra fee. Strollers are allowed and costumes are encouraged.
Awards for the Electric City Gobbler 5K include top three male and female overall, masters, and grandmasters. The Tail Feathers on Fire 1 Mile Time Trial offers top three male and female overall awards. Age group categories span from 10 & Under through 80 & Over. Listed entry fees in the event information are $15 for the 5K, $15 for the 1 Mile Time Trial, $5 for the 1 Mile Fun Run, and a $20 shirt only option.
Proceeds from the event support the Operation Active Kids program, which helps fund scholarships for youth activity in the community. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5K chip timed; certified course (SC04033BS) on city streets surrounding the mall.
- 1 Mile Time Trial chip timed; enclosed course around the mall.
- 1 Mile Fun Run untimed; enclosed course around the mall.
