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Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47)

Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47)

The Gobbler 13.1M offers a flat, fast course through Raleigh's parks, ideal for setting personal bests.

Race Date

Nov 21, 2026

Location

Raleigh, NC

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
10

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyBeginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Great MedalWell Organized

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Gobbler 13.1M in Raleigh, North Carolina, presents a straightforward race day experience focused on performance. The course is a certified, flat out-and-back route, designed to be conducive to fast times and personal bests.

Runners can expect a no-frills event, with packet pickup conveniently available just before the 9:00 AM start. The concrete course winds through local parks, offering a simple yet effective setting for a half marathon. The race has a generous 3-hour time limit, welcoming a range of abilities.

This event, first run in 2025, draws participants primarily from the local region, with recent editions seeing runners from about 4 states. It's a solid option for those seeking a well-organized, efficient race to test their speed.

Race-provided description

US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Start Time

9:00 AM

Start Location

9300 Deponie Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27614

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size5/15

~10 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw4/10

runners from 4 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:46:04

Weather10/10

typical high 60°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

41°

Afternoon (High)

60°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

10 mph

Wind

67%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 10 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

10

Median time

2:07:27

Latest turnout

10

States

4

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:45p50 median ≈ 2:052:55
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Frequently asked

When is the Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47)?

The Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47) is held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.

Where does the Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47) take place?

It takes place in Raleigh, North Carolina.

What distances does the Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47) offer?

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

Is the Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47) course flat and good for a PR?

The Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 10 runners who have completed the Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47).

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