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2026 Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run

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About the Event

Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run
Thanksgiving Morning | Holly Recreation State Park - 9:00am Start

***Michigan State Parks Pass REQUIRED for entry***

Start your Thanksgiving Day with a new family tradition at the Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run! Lace up your running shoes, grab your family and friends, and join us for a fun, festive morning of fitness before the feast.

Set in the scenic and serene Holly Recreation State Park, the Gobbler Gallop features a closed course on 100% paved roads, making it safe, smooth, and perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Whether you're chasing a PR or just looking to burn off some pre-dinner calories, this is the perfect way to kick off your holiday.

 

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📦 Packet Pick-Up Info:

📍 Location: Holly Recreation State Park (Race Site)
🗓️ Date: Thursday, November 26th – RACE DAY! (THANKSGIVING)
⏰ Time: 7:15 AM – 8:50 AM

🎽 Pick up your race bib, event shirt, and finisher swag before the starting gun!
✅ Race day packet pick-up only – Arrive early to avoid the rush and get race-ready!
 

Races Offered

10K Run

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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09:00

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$45.00

10K Run (Economy - No Shirt/No Medal)

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$35.00

Virtual

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — Virtual

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09:00

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$55.00

5K Run/Walk

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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09:05

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$40.00

5K Run/Walk (Economy - No Shirt/No Medal)

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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09:05

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$30.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Holly.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 1.5° / 8.7°
wb_sunny -3.4° / 4.3°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 14.9 /
water_drop 73.2%

About Holly

Learn more about the host city, Holly.

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Holly is a village in north Oakland County, Michigan, United States. The population was 5,997 at the 2020 census. The village is located within Holly Township. It is about 15 miles (24 km) south of Flint and 55 miles (89 km) northwest of Detroit.

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