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Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45)

Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45)

Knoxville's Gobbler races offer a Thanksgiving-themed challenge with multiple distances.

Race Date

Nov 7, 2026

Location

Knoxville, TN

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Location
Knoxville, Tennessee
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
29

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyBeginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Gobbler races in Knoxville, Tennessee, provide a Thanksgiving-themed running event with options for 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. These races, which have been held for at least two years, typically draw participants from around six states.

The courses are primarily out-and-back loops, designed to be fast and flat, offering a good opportunity for personal bests. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes for the half marathon, the event is accessible to a wide range of runners.

Participants can expect a well-organized event with finisher medals, shirts, and awards. The typical race-day weather in late November hovers around cool to mild temperatures, making for a comfortable running experience.

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 7, 2026

Start Time

9:00 AM

Start Location

Holston River Park, Knoxville, TN, 37914

Directions

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

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size6/15

~14.5 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw5/10

runners from 6 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:42:34

Weather5/10

typical high 69°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

48°

Afternoon (High)

69°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

69%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 29 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

29

Median time

2:18:15

Latest turnout

15

States

8

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:40p50 median ≈ 2:152:55

Turnout by year

20242025

'24'25
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45)?

The Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45) is held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.

Where does the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45) take place?

It takes place in Knoxville, Tennessee.

What distances does the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45) offer?

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

Is the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45) course flat and good for a PR?

The Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 29 runners who have completed the Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Knoxville, TN (45).

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