Just provide your name to staff at packet pickup and they will find your bib and hand it to you along with your t-shirt. You can pickup packets for all participants in your group of family as well as long as you provide their names.

Every registrant that signs up by the shirt guarantee deadline of 10/20 will definitely receive a shirt of the correct size. Since all shirts are pre-ordered with limited size quantities, anyone that registers after the deadline should hopefully receive a shirt still, but the closer to race day you sign up, the lower your chances are of getting a shirt and the correct size. We suggest you register by the deadline or as close after the deadline as possible.

***This year, as of 11/21 at 9 AM, we had to turn off shirt orders through the online registration platform to ensure all registrants that signed up by 10/20 receive the correct shirt size. We do still have some remaining shirts, so the majority of registrants after the deadline will still get a shirt, it just may not be the exact size you prefer. If we run out of shirts completely, there will be none available for sale for $10 at and during the event. We've experienced considerable growth this year and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

***Any late registrants that do not receive a shirt at all, please email all registrants in your group/family that were affected to jamie@greensborogobbler.com after the event and we'll do our best to accommodate you. We appreciate you and hope you have an amazing race experience & a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Pre-race packet pickup (Bib + T-Shirt): Monday, Nov 24-Wed, Nov 26 from 11am-6pm each day at The Natural Dog Pet Food Market at 2431 Battleground Ave, Greensboro, NC 27408.

Race Day packet pickup (Bib + T-Shirt): Thursday, Nov 27 starting at 6:30am at the registration tent near the start line of the race.

*You just need to provide all names you are picking up bibs for when you arrive at packet pickup. It's good to have a copy of your confirmation email from GetMeRegistered ready as well to prevent any issues or delays.

*Online registration will close at 10 PM on Sunday Nov 23rd, but anyone looking to still register after that date can pay by cash or Venmo, $25 for the 1-mile or $45 for the 5K at packet pickup and on race morning from 6:30 AM until the 1-mile race starts at 8 AM.

* Help Support Greensboro Urban Ministry!! - We're excited to raise money for Greensboro Urban Ministry and will also be accepting food donations at packet pickup. Please bring any type of non-perishable food items to packet pickup and we'll have collection boxes waiting to be filled.

Yes! You can choose to walk both races, the 1 mile and the 5K and there are a number of participants who take their time and walk each year. So you won't be alone!

Yes, strollers are permitted for the Greensboro Gobbler. Children or pets riding in strollers do not require registration or payment. For anyone running or walking with a stroller we just please recommend that you start at the back of the race to ensure the safety of you/child/pet and the safety of other participants.

No, you don't have to pay or register a child that will be in a stroller on the course. We just recommend that you please start towards the very back of the group to ensure the safety of you and your child, as well as the safety of other participants.

There are multiple parking garages and street parking spots available near Center City Park, all located within 0.3 miles of Center City Park. (The previous lot on Davie Street was permanently closed as of 11/24/25)

1) February One Parking Deck - 110 S Davie St. - 0.2 miles away

2) Greene Street Parking Deck - 211 S Greene St - 0.3 miles away

3) Church Street Deck - 215 N Church St - 0.3 miles away

4) Street Parking Around and Near the Park

The Greensboro Gobbler 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk takes place every year on Thanksgiving Day. The 25th Annual Greensboro Gobbler will take place on November 27, 2025.

The Greensboro Gobbler 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk takes place at Center City Park, 200 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401 in downtown Greensboro, North Carolina.

Yes, pets are allowed to run or spectate the Greensboro Gobbler. In fact, new to 2025, we've added some special treats just for pets! (see below for details).

For safety reasons, we please ask that anyone bringing their pets, to please keep them leashed at all times and if they are running then to please start at the back of the race to ensure the safety of you and your pet, as well as the safety of other runners.

NEW to 2025 for the Greensboro Gobbler Fur-Family!

- Fall & Turkey Dog Treats (Just stop by the registration tent to grab some)

- Fur-Family Costume Contest (Staff's favorite fur-family costume will win a special prize)

No post-race party or activities are held after the Greensboro Gobbler as it's held on Thanksgiving Day and most participants prefer to get home to their families for Thanksgiving festivities. We are hoping to get a few vendors on board this year offering free and/or discounted snacks/drinks and if so, they will most likely stick around for a bit for anyone wanting to hang out and visit.

The Greensboro Gobbler currently partners with Greensboro Urban Ministry who provide opportunities for housing solutions, safe shelter, food, and support services year-round for residents of the greater Greensboro community. Founded in 1967, Greensboro Urban Ministry is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization serving Guilford County, North Carolina.

Registrants are able to make donations to Greensboro Urban Ministry or can click the link below to learn more. The Greensboro Gobbler also partners with the ministry in multiple areas, including accepting food donations at packet pickup and donations of leftover shirts and supplies from the event. If you know of a charity you think might be interested in partnering with us, please email more details to info@greensborogobbler.com.

We are always looking for additional volunteers for the Greensboro Gobbler. If you're interested in volunteering this year, please click the button below to fill out our volunteer form with your preferences and someone will reach out soon. Thank you!

Every Greensboro Gobbler registrant will receive a super-soft long-sleeve unisex T-shirt. Shirts are custom-designed each year with awesome new graphics. All registrants will also receive a chip-timed bib and light post-race snacks. (***to ensure you receive a t-shirt and the correct sizing, you must register by the shirt guarantee deadline of 10/20).

Yes we do! The Greensboro Gobbler 5K is a chip-timed race. All 5K runners bibs have electronic chips in them to accurately track finish times. We ask that all 5K participants please wear their bibs with the race number on the front and completely visible. All awards will be based on chip time.

Awards will be presented for the following categories:

- 5K – Top 3 overall male and female

- 5K – Top male and female in each age group:

- Age Groups: 18 and under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

- Awards will be given out following the conclusion of the race.

- To accept or receive an award, you must be physically present following the race.

6:30 AM - Race Day Packet Pickup & Same-Day Registration Starts

8:00 AM - 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Starts

8:30 AM - 5K starts

Post-Race - Awards Ceremony Immediately Following the Race

The Greensboro Gobbler has been a cherished Greensboro community tradition for over 24 years and is the largest turkey trot in Greensboro, NC. 2025 will be the 25th Annual Greensboro Gobbler 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk.

Online registration will close at 10 PM on Sunday Nov 23rd, but anyone looking to still register after that date can pay by cash or Venmo, $25 for the 1-mile or $45 for the 5K, at packet pickup which takes place Nov 24-Nov 26 from 11am-6pm at The Natural Dog Pet Food Market (2431 Battleground Ave) & on race morning, Nov 27 from 6:30 AM until the 1-mile race starts at 8 AM at the registration table.

Yes! We take the safety of all participants, spectators and staff very seriously and we typically have at least 17 police officers present on race day helping with traffic and guiding participants along the course. They also take into consideration an emergency plan as part of the operational plan that is put together each year which includes plans regarding any type of possible threats, hazards, and risks that could arise.