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Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO

San Francisco's Gobble Trot offers a scenic Thanksgiving run with a focus on community and personal achievement.

Race Date

Nov 28, 2026

Location

San Mateo, CA

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, November 28, 2026
Location
San Mateo, California
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat SwagWell Organized

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Thanksgiving Gobble Trot in San Francisco provides a unique opportunity to embrace the holiday spirit with a run that balances festive indulgence with fitness. This event, held annually, offers distances including a half-marathon, 10K, and 5K, making it accessible for runners of all levels.

Runners can expect a course that is predominantly flat with minimal elevation change, ideal for setting personal bests. The atmosphere is designed to be warm and stress-free, encouraging participation from walkers and runners alike. While timing is optional, with participants encouraged to use their own apps or rely on coordinators, the focus remains on personal accomplishment and community connection. The event emphasizes a supportive environment, inviting participants to join local run clubs that foster ongoing fitness journeys.

Participants receive a running t-shirt, a finisher's medal, and a digital training pack. The event's capacity is limited, with waves filling up quickly, underscoring its popularity and intimate feel. It's a chance to create lasting memories with family, friends, and fellow runners before the Thanksgiving feast.

Race-provided description

Get Ready to Wobble Before You Gobble! 🦃 Join us for the annual Thanksgiving Gobble Trot! Before you dive into the turkey and stuffing, enjoy the holiday with your family, friends, and fellow runners. 🏃‍♂️💨 It’s the perfect way to burn calories and make lasting memories to balance out the big feast, before and after! Don’t wait—spots fill up faster than the Thanksgiving table! 🍽️✨ Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!   There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey. 

Timing: - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.  - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)! What You Get (Swag Bag): - Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only) - Finisher's Towel or Giveaway - Finisher's Medal!  - Digital Training Pack  - Online Results & Certificate of Completion - Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs - We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.  Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! -Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling) - Race bibs are provided on race day When will I get my Swag? You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race. Race Updates: We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps. Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race) Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!    Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AM Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave) Are there any other Questions we missed? https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/ Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.  Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal!  Race Bundle: Sign-up for more races and get a discount!  Sponsorships & Promoting your Business: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events   Team Glo Volunteers: If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/   Be part of the Journey! Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, November 28, 2026

Start Time

7:30 AM

Giveaway

Running Shirt Packet

Start Location

Seal Point Park (Course Map will be emailed), San Mateo, CA, 94401

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Urban

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K1 Miles

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details3/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather10/10

typical high 58°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

46°

Afternoon (High)

58°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

79%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO?

The Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO is held on Saturday, November 28, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.

Where does the Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO take place?

It takes place in San Mateo, California.

What distances does the Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 1 Miles.

Is the Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO course flat and good for a PR?

The Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

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