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| Event | Distance | Start | Price now | |
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| 10K Run | 10K | 9:00 AM | $50.00 | Pace band → |
| 10K Run (Economy - No Shirt/No Medal) | 10K | 9:00 AM | $40.00 | Pace band → |
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | 9:00 AM | $45.00 | Pace band → |
| 5K Run/Walk (Economy - No Shirt/No Medal) | 5K | 9:00 AM | $35.00 | Pace band → |
| VirtualVirtual | – | 9:00 AM | $55.00 |
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🦃 Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run 🏃
Thanksgiving Morning @ Holly Recreation State Park
***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.
🦃 Event Highlights:
👟 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run options – Choose your challenge and hit the pavement!
🌳 Beautiful paved course through Holly Rec's rolling terrain – Scenic views, smooth roads
🚫🚗 No vehicle traffic – Entire course is closed for a safe, stress-free run
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly atmosphere – Bring the whole flock!
📷 FREE Race Photos – to capture festive moments and…
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memories 🎽🥤 Commemorative Swag & Post-Race Refreshments – Dri-fit shirts, medals, and tasty treats! 🦃 Registration Includes: 🎟️ Entry into 10K ⏱️ Professionally Managed/Chip-Timed Race with Live Results 📈 (2.5K & 5K Split Times + Rankings!) 🥇 Custom Finisher Medal 👕 Dri-Fit Participant T-Shirt 🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards 📸 FREE Race Photos 🏷️ Commemorative Race Bib 🍌💧Post Race Refreshments 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 🏁RACE START TIME --- 9AM 🔥🦃 TURKEY TROT TRADITION STARTS HERE 🏃💨 🎽 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!
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