Celebrating 20 Years of Movement, Memory & Gratitude!
This Thanksgiving, join us for the 20th Annual Gobble Gallop— presented by Essentia Health. This is Duluth’s favorite family tradition. Whether you’re racing or strolling, every step celebrates wellness, community, and the joy of moving together.
Join us and be part of a Northland tradition that keeps hearts warm and feet moving!
Sign Up!
Gobble Gallop 5K
Increases to $49.76 after the first 900 people register. (280 spots left) Registration ends November 27, 2025 at 9:00am CST
Tough Turkey 1-Mile
Increases to $24.32 after the first 75 people register. (9 spots left) Registration ends November 27, 2025 at 8:30am CST
Gobble Giddy Up! Kids Run
20th Anniversary Winter Hat - Limited Availability!
Included with sign-up for the 5K or 1-Mile.
Only 1500 hats available
Register 4 or more for the Gobble Gallop 5K & Get $20.00 OFF!
Discount applied at check out. This promotion is not retroactive, and all participants must be registered in the same transaction for the discount to apply.
Gobble Gallop 5K
The 5K is an out and back through downtown Duluth, starting on London Road at the Rose Garden- the course follows London Rd south onto Superior Street to 5th Ave. W and back.
| Sign Ups | Price Tier |
| 201-900 | $42 + fee |
| 901-1700 | $46 + fee |
| 1701+ | $50 + fee |
Tough Turkey 1-Mile
The 1-Mile starts and finishes at the Rose Garden on London Road, following Superior Street to the historic Fitger's Building and back.
| Sign Ups | Price Tier |
| 1-75 | $18 + fee |
| 76-175 | $22 + fee |
| 176+ | $28 + fee |
Gobble Giddy Up!
Kids Run
The Kids Run is on London Road, and starts and finishes at the Rose Garden.
Ages: Kids 8 & under are eligible to participate in this race.
FREE
Join us in supporting Safe Haven!
Your donation can make a real impact in the lives of families seeking safety and stability. When you donate through your registration or sign up as a fundraiser, you’re directly helping Safe Haven continue their essential work. Plus, if you raise $250 or more, we’ll refund your registration fee as a thank-you for your support.
Every donation counts, whether you’re participating in the race or not. Please share this opportunity with your friends, family, and neighbors and make a difference together!
Race Information
Sign Up opens on September 1st, 2025 and closes on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27th 2025 at the following times:
- Gobble Gallop 5K sign up closes at 9:00 AM on Thanksgiving Day.
- Tough Turkey 1-Mile sign up closes at 8:30 AM on Thanksgiving Day.
- Gobble Giddy Up! Kids Run sign up closes at 8:15 AM on Thanksgiving Day.
All registration is through this site only. There is no paper registration. If you require assistance with registering for the races please visit Duluth Running Co. and our staff would be happy to assist you in signing up for the Gobble Gallop.
Check-in & Bib Pick Up
7:30-9:15 AM @ The Gobble Gallop Big Tent
Races Start
8:40 AM: Gobble Giddy Up! Kids Run
9:00 AM: Tough Turkey 1-Mile
9:30 AM: Gobble Gallop 5K
Race End
8:50 AM: Gobble Giddy Up! Kids Run
9:15 AM: Tough Turkey 1 Mile
10:00 AM: Gobble Gallop 5K
Awards Presentation
10:30 AM @ The Gobble Gallop Big Tent
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 26th: Noon-6:00 PM
Duluth Running Company
Race Day, Nov. 27th: 7:30-9:15 AM
The Gobble Gallop Big Tent
5K Check-In: 7:30-9:15 AM
1-Mile Check-In: 7:30-8:45 AM
Kids Run Check-In: 7:30-8:30 AM
- You do not need your ID, confirmation email or QR code for check-in & pick up
- You may check-in & pick up other participants' bibs
- Bring your own bag, to reduce waste we do not provide bags or packets at check-in
- Arrive early for Thanksgiving Day Check-in- there are always a long lines for bibs and restrooms!
Gobble Gallop 5K Tiers
First 200 - $35.00 + fee- 201-900 - $42.00 + fee
- 901-1700 - $46.00 + fee
- 1701+ - $50.00 + fee
Tough Turkey 1-Mile Tiers
- First 75 - $18.00 + fee
- 76-175 - $22.00 + fee
- 175+ - $28.00 + fee
Parking for the Gobble Gallop can be tricky but there are plenty of options.
- Rose Garden Parking Lot
- Superior St. east of 10th Ave E.
- London Rd. east of 14th Ave E.
- Nearby avenues above London Road between 12th Ave E & 21st Ave E.
Road Closures
Superior Street will be closed from 10th Ave E to 5th Ave W.
London Rd. will be closed from 10th Ave E & Superior St. to 14th Ave E.
Awards will be presented at the Gobble Gallop Big Tent, beginning at 10:30 AM.
Your Results: Minutes after you finish- check your individual results by canning the QR code on your race bib.
Overall awards will be announced and provided to the top 3 finishers by gender catagory for the 5K and the 1-Mile for men, women, and non-binary catagories, as well as age divisions by gender catagory as detailed below.
Age group awards will be provided to the top 3 finishers in each of the following age groups by gender category for the 5K & 1-Mile: Men, Non-binary, and Women <10, 11-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.
We will continue our long standing tradition of presenting pies to award winners courtesy of Gobble Gallop supporting partner, SuperOne Foods.
5K Course Map
Check-In & Bib Pick Up
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 26th: Noon-6:00 PM
Duluth Running Company
Race Day, Nov. 27th: 7:30-9:15 AM
Big Tent at The Rose Garden
5K Check-In: 7:30-9:15 AM
1-Mile Check-In: 7:30-8:45 AM
Kids Run Check-In: 7:30-8:30 AM
You do not need your confirmation or QR code for Check-in
The races start and finish at 12th Ave E. & London Road
The Gobble Gallop Big Tent is nearby with food, drinks, coffee and hot chocolate. Awards are presented here too!
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