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Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Race Date

Nov 22, 2026

Location

Overland Park, KS

The Experience

The Gobbler Grind Marathon, one of Kansas’ oldest marathon. An enduring tradition in the heart of Johnson County, Kansas for nearly three decades that connects Kansas and Missouri running communities together. Now in it's 33rd year, this historic road race, held on the Sunday before Thanksgiving each year, is the Kansas Marathon you don’t want to miss, drawing runners and fitness enthusiasts from all corners.  Join us at the Gobbler Grind, on November 22, 2026 where we offer a Boston Qualifying Marathon (also a 50 State Marathon Club Certified Race), Half Marathon, 10K and 5K distances—a celebration of passion, competition, and friendship within the vibrant running community. Let’s lace up our shoes and chase after our dreams together, preserving the cherished tradition of this historic race in Kansas and beyond. For more information visit www.gobblergrindmarathon.com

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, November 22, 2026

Start Time

7:30 AM

Giveaway

Long-Sleeved T-Shirt

Start Location

9401 Indian Creek Parkway, Overland Park, KS, 66210

Directions

Course Info

USATF Certified

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

26.2 Miles10K3.1 Miles

USATF Certified Course

KS25025TJD · Gobbler Grind 2025 Half Marathon

Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

36°

Afternoon (High)

51°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

68%

Humidity

Race Photos

Historical Finish Time Distribution

1,130 finishers across 2 years

0:204:00

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