THE GOBBLER GRIND
November 22, 2026
OVERLAND PARK, KANSAS
MARATHON | HALF MARATHON | 10K | 5K
The Sunday Before Thanksgiving
USATF CERTIFIED RACE DISTANCES IN KANSAS
Gobbler Grind 2026 Race Details
DATE & TIME:
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Marathon and Half Marathon: 7:30AM
10K and 5K: 8:00AM
LOCATION:
Corporate Woods Office Park, 9401 Indian Creek Parkway, Overland Park, KS 66210
Run on city streets and scenic paved trails through the heart of Johnson County, Kansas.
USATF CERTIFIED DISTANCES OFFERED:
Marathon (Boston Qualifier & 50 State Marathon Club Certified)
Half Marathon (50 State Half Marathon Club Certified)
10K
5K
A Tradition That Brings Communities Together
Grab your turkey hat and join us for the 33rd annual Gobbler Grind Marathon, and experience a day of inspiration, accomplishment, and camaraderie. Lace up, chase your goals, and become part of a race that has stood the test of time.
The Gobbler Grind Marathon is one of Kansas’ oldest and most beloved marathons. For nearly three decades, this historic road race has united runners from Kansas and Missouri, celebrating passion, competition, and friendship. Held every year on the Sunday before Thanksgiving, it’s more than a race, it’s a cherished tradition in the vibrant local Kansas City running community. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, earning a Boston Qualifier, or enjoying a brisk pre-Thanksgiving run, the Gobbler Grind Marathon has a distance for everyone.Â
Gobble Gobble!
PACKET PICK UP DETAILS
Packet pick-up locations for 2026 are to be determined. Pick-up will take place on Saturday, November 21, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
CHECK YOUR RESULTS
Official results will be available after the race, with real-time updates provided onsite at Corporate Woods. Official race photos will be posted before Thanksgiving Day, so you can relive the excitement and celebrate your achievement.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
The Gobbler Grind relies on 100+ amazing volunteers. If you can’t participate, please consider helping—sign up below to be a course marshal, staff an aid station with your group or team, or support the start/finish area. We’d love to have you, your local school organization, sports team, or church groups out!
LOOKING FOR MORE RACE INFORMATION?
All race information including packet pickup times, course maps, spectator locations, parking instructions, course maps, and other details can be found here. If you need specific race-distance information, please visit the appropriate race distance page.
