NM HOBBLER GOBBLER THANKSGIVING DAY RUN: 10K, 5K, 2-MILE WALK and KIDS K 2026
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- Rio Rancho, New Mexico
- Entry fee
- From $15 · goes up to $42 on Oct 19, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Nov 26, 20269:00 AM | $40$42 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| 2-MILE WALK | – | Nov 26, 20269:05 AM | $35$38 after Nov 2, 2026 | – |
| 2-MILE WALK (17 AND UNDER) | – | Nov 26, 20269:05 AM | $20$22 after Nov 2, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 26, 20269:05 AM | $40$42 after Oct 19, 2026 | – |
| 5K (17 AND UNDER) | 5K | Nov 26, 20269:05 AM | $20$22 after Nov 2, 2026 | – |
| Kids K | Kids | Nov 26, 202610:15 AM | $15$18 after Nov 2, 2026 | – |
| 10K VIRTUAL RUNVirtual | 10K | Nov 26, 20269:00 AM | $38$40 after Oct 26, 2026 | – |
| 5K VIRTUAL RUN OR WALKVirtual | 5K | Nov 26, 20269:00 AM | $38$40 after Oct 26, 2026 | – |
| KIDS K VIRTUAL RUNVirtual | Kids | Nov 26, 20269:00 AM | $18$20 after Oct 26, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $42 on Oct 19, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $40 until Oct 19, then $42 until Nov 16, then $45 until Nov 26.
- 2-MILE WALK: $35 until Nov 2, then $38 until Nov 26.
- 2-MILE WALK (17 AND UNDER) and 5K (17 AND UNDER): $20 until Nov 2, then $22 until Nov 26.
- Kids K: $15 until Nov 2, then $18 until Nov 26.
Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in New Mexico ($40).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in New Mexico runs 1:03:34, about 10:14 a mile, based on 12 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:07:30 and men in 57:52.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:52 AM, and the 10K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 6,010 feet above sea level, high enough that most runners from lower ground run noticeably slower.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
745 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
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 31°F at dawn to 51°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 25°F and hot years reach 59°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.
Race details
- Where
- 745 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 6,010 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 26, 2026), 2025 (Nov 27, 2025), 2024 (Nov 28, 2024), 2023 (Nov 23, 2023), 2022 (Nov 24, 2022), 2021 (Nov 25, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is NM HOBBLER GOBBLER THANKSGIVING DAY RUN: 10K, 5K, 2-MILE WALK and KIDS K?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $15 before processing fees, and rises to $42 on Oct 19, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for New Mexico?
- At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in New Mexico ($40).
- 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, 10K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 745 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Make the NM Hobbler Gobbler part of your Thanksgiving tradition!
Kick off Thanksgiving Day with family, friends, and hundreds of runners and walkers at the 22nd Annual NM Hobbler Gobbler on Thursday, November 26, 2026!
Whether you're racing for a personal best, enjoying a Thanksgiving morning walk, or bringing the kids out for some holiday fun, there's an event for everyone:
🏃 10K Run
🏃♀️ 5K Run or Walk
🚶 2-Mile Walk
🦃 Kids K
Your Registration Includes:
High-quality long-sleeve event shirt
Finisher medal
Professional race timing
Overall and age-group awards
A fun and festive Thanksgiving morning experience!