Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run

🦃 Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run 🏃

Thanksgiving Morning @ Holly Recreation State Park 

***Michigan State Parks Pass REQUIRED for entry***

Start your Thanksgiving Day with a new family tradition at the Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run! Lace up your running shoes, grab your family and friends, and join us for a fun, festive morning of fitness before the feast.

Set in the scenic and serene Holly Recreation State Park, the Gobbler Gallop features a closed course on 100% paved roads, making it safe, smooth, and perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Whether you're chasing a PR or just looking to burn off some pre-dinner calories, this is the perfect way to kick off your holiday.

🦃 Event Highlights:

👟 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run options – Choose your challenge and hit the pavement!

🌳 Beautiful paved course through Holly Rec's rolling terrain – Scenic views, smooth roads

🚫🚗 No vehicle traffic – Entire course is closed for a safe, stress-free run

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly atmosphere – Bring the whole flock!

📷 FREE Race Photos –  to capture festive moments and memories

🎽🥤 Commemorative Swag & Post-Race Refreshments – Dri-fit shirts, medals, and tasty treats!

🦃 Registration Includes:

🎟️ Entry into 10K
⏱️ Professionally Managed/Chip-Timed Race with Live Results 📈 (2.5K & 5K Split Times + Rankings!)
🥇 Custom Finisher Medal
👕 Dri-Fit Participant T-Shirt
🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards 
📸 FREE Race Photos
🏷️ Commemorative Race Bib
🍌💧Post Race Refreshments

Packet Pick-Up Info:

📍 Location: Holly Recreation State Park (Race Site)
🗓️ Date: Thursday, November 26th – RACE DAY! (THANKSGIVING)
⏰ Time: 7:15 AM – 8:50 AM

🏁RACE START TIME --- 9AM

🔥🦃 TURKEY TROT TRADITION STARTS HERE 🏃💨

🎽 Pick up your race bib, event shirt, and finisher swag before the starting gun!
✅ Race day packet pick-up only – Arrive early to avoid the rush and get race-ready!

Join fellow runners on November 26, 2026 for the Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run. It's a fantastic 5K, 10K featuring a flat and fast course in Holly.