Great Gobbler 5K - Nashua
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Event overview
The 23rd Annual Great Gobbler takes place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at Nashua High School South (36 Riverside St., Nashua, NH 03062). The event raises support for the Nashua North and South boys and girls cross country programs. Race registration is online only and closes when the event reaches capacity.
Events and entry
- 5 km : entry fee: $30 adults; $25 youth (17 and younger).
- 400 m Little Gobbler : free for ages 2 to 10.
Race-day registration fees are higher than pre-registration. The first 500 registrants are eligible to receive a long-sleeve event shirt; a limited number of shirts and sizes will be available for purchase at bib pickup and on race day. Awards are given to the top three male and top three female 5K finishers.
Course and logistics
A new course for this year begins on Riverside Drive, turns after Conway Arena toward Stellos Stadium, then enters Mine Falls Park. The route follows the river, passes the South bridge, goes under the highway, crosses the bridge by the soccer fields, and returns on the paved trail to finish near the school rotunda. Bib and shirt pickup are available the day before the race and on race morning. Canned food donations for the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter are accepted the day before the race and on race morning. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.