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Great Gobbler 5K 2026

Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026
Start time: 7:30 AM start (New York)
Location: Nashua, New Hampshire
Entry fee: From Free · goes up to $35 on Nov 26, 2026
Included with entry: Includes a shirt
Fundraising: Takes optional donations when you register

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Events and entry fees

Event	Distance	When	Entry fee	Cap
Little Gobbler	Kids	Nov 26, 20267:30 AM	Free	–
2026 Great Gobbler 5K	5K	Nov 26, 20268:00 AM	$30$35 after Nov 26, 2026	1,500

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

The 5K fee goes up to $35 on Nov 26, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

Little Gobbler: Free until Nov 26.
2026 Great Gobbler 5K: $30 until Nov 25, then $35 until Nov 26.

Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $30, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in New Hampshire ($30).

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 5K in Nashua runs 38:59, about 12:33 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:24 and men in 36:58.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:50 AM, and the Little Gobbler starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 290 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

Nashua High School South, Nashua, NH 03062

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.

Typical race-day weather

Around November 26 the day usually runs from 30°F at dawn to 44°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 24°F and hot years reach 54°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Great Gobbler 5K cover on their registration page, in brief.

Awards

Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female 5K competitors.

Rules and FAQ

FAQ

When is the race? The race will be held on Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 27, 2025 at Nashua High School South. The 5K race starts at 8:00 A.M. sharp. The Little Gobbler Fun Run (400m) starts at 7:30 A.M at the Track! What is the cost…

The cause

Food Donations

Each year we accept donations of canned goods for the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter. Donations will be accepted on Wednesday, November 26th from 10:00am to 5:00pm AND race day morning in the Nashua South cafeteria. Thank you for your…

Full details on the race's RunSignup page

Race details

Where: Nashua High School South, Nashua, NH 03062Map
Course: Road
Start elevation: About 290 feet
Results posted by the race: 2025 RESULTS
Included with entry: Great Gobbler Shirt
Donations: Accepted when you register
Distances: 5K, Kids
Editions: 2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025), 2024 (Nov 28, 2024), 2022 (Nov 24, 2022)

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Quick answers

When is Great Gobbler 5K?: Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
How much does it cost?: Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $35 on Nov 26, 2026.
When does registration close?: Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for New Hampshire?: At $30, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in New Hampshire ($30).
Do runners get a shirt or medal?: Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?: Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances can I run?: 5K, Kids.
Where does it start?: Nashua High School South, Nashua, NH 03062.
Is there a course map?: Yes, the organizers publish the route on Strava; the link is under Start location and course.

From the organizers

The 24th Annual Great Gobbler is on Thursday, November 26, 2026! Registration is open! Sign up now to secure your spot and receive a Gobbler shirt, available for the first 500 registrants only!

Warm up your Thanksgiving appetite at Nashua High School South at the 24th Annual Great Gobbler 5K! The Great Gobbler 5K brings together family, friends, Nashua High School cross country alumni as well as the Greater Nashua area community to start the day in a healthy way. Join runners, joggers and walkers for a morning of fun in support of the Nashua North and South Boys and Girls Cross Country Programs.