Galloping Gobbler 15K Challenge
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Event overview
The Galloping Gobbler is a Thanksgiving Day running event in St Robert, MO. The event is in its 15th year and includes multiple race options and a kids dash. Organizers list post-race snacks, cotton candy, and warm drinks.
Distances offered
- 5K
- 10K
- 15K Challenge (complete the 10K and the 5K)
- Kids Drumstick Dash
Entries, timing and logistics
The 5K and 10K are chip-timed. Registration includes a technical T-shirt and finisher medals for the 5K and 10K; the 15K Challenge entry includes one shirt, one bib, and three finisher medals. The Kids Drumstick Dash has free entry with finisher medals. Walkers are welcome and the course is stroller friendly. Organizers provide custom names on bibs; shirts must be picked up on race morning and will not be shipped. Packet pickup is available on race day. Participants are asked to bring non-perishable food items to be donated to Snack In A Pack (SIAP).
Awards and categories
Awards include 1st overall male and female and 1st-3rd in age groups. Age-group categories are provided in multi-year ranges beginning with youth groups and continuing in five-year increments for adult categories. The event supports several youth charities, including the Armed Forces YMCA and youth organizations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.