Our 5K features a traversing "hometown-feel" 5K course on the Buckeye Parkway, including long-sleeved shirts, chip timing, photographs, live on-course music, finish line refreshments, free post-race photos, and pumpkin pies for all 5K finishers. IF YOU CHOOSE A SHIPPING OPTION, PLEASE Register by November 5, 2026, to ensure we ship to you on time for your receipt by Thanksgiving morning. Feel good about participating in an event where you can join family and friends, knowing that significant proceeds will go to The Grove City Food Pantry. Your donation can help the Grove City Food Pantry buy needed foods from the Mid-Ohio Food Bank with much purchasing power. The GC Food Pantry is the local pantry located on-site at the Church with the Purple Doors. It is a 501c3 charity, and it is 100% staffed by volunteers. They help thousands of families each year by providing basic food and supplies for those who qualify.

100 Yard Event for athletes with developmental or physical challenges.

Please contact the Race Director at thanksgivingwattle@gmail.com if your athlete needs volunteer support or accommodations.

This event is designed for Ages 2-8 years old. There will be two heats.
Heat 1: 2-5 years old, 100 yard, West of Finish Line
Heat 2: 6-8 years old, 200 yard, Start is at Finish Line, head West and do an up and back to the Finish line.