About the Rockcastle Gobble Wobble 5K
The course is chip-timed and runs on Thanksgiving morning, giving it the feel of a holiday warm-up rather than a typical weekend 5K. Proceeds go to the Alzheimer's Association, so there is a charitable pull to the morning beyond the racing itself. Age group awards cover a wide spread, and the fastest walkers are recognized separately.
Race-morning packet pickup is available before the gun, so no separate pre-race trip is needed. The start area sits at an entertainment center on Richmond Street.
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Distances & Start Times
5K11/14/2026 08:00$25
2 Miles11/14/2026 08:00$25
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