Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (45)
Venice, Florida's Gobbler Half Marathon offers a flat, fast out-and-back course with a festive atmosphere.
Race Date
Nov 7, 2026
Location
Venice, FL
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Location
- Venice, Florida
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 11
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Gobbler Half Marathon in Venice, Florida, presents a straightforward out-and-back course designed for speed. Runners will navigate a mix of concrete and asphalt paths, starting behind the Nature Center, with bathrooms conveniently located nearby.
This race is part of a series that also includes 5K and 10K distances, all sharing the same out-and-back format. The half marathon course is completed over four repetitions of the designated route, offering a consistent running experience. With a generous 3-hour and 30-minute time limit, it's accessible for a wide range of runners.
Participants can look forward to finisher medals, shirts, and a chance to compete for series points and awards. The event encourages festive participation with a best costume contest, adding a touch of fun to the race-day atmosphere. Typical race-day weather in Venice is warm, averaging between 65-81°F.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information Go through the Nature Center, you will find the start on the path behind the Nature Center. This course is a mix of concrete and asphalt. Bathrooms are located in the Nature Center. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4993902514 The course is an out-and-back (3.11M) The 5K does the out-and-back one time. The 10K does the out-and-back two times. Half Marathon Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5423151208 The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. View Race Information on US Road Running
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
Shamrock Park, Venice, FL, 34293
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
2 years running
~5.5 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:44:34
typical high 81°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
65°
Afternoon (High)
81°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 11 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
11
Median time
1:44:34
Latest turnout
2
States
1
Turnout by year
2024–2025
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Frequently asked
When is the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (45)?
The Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (45) is held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (45) take place?
It takes place in Venice, Florida.
What distances does the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (45) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (45) course flat and good for a PR?
The Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (45) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (45)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 11 runners who have completed the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Venice, FL (45).
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