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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
218 S. 2nd St., Smithfield NC
5K · 10K
41–60°F · low rain risk
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2025
50–65°F
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2024
42–58°F
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50–64°F
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26–52°F
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2021
38–63°F
dry
2020
43–68°F
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2019
34–56°F
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2018
35–54°F
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2017
34–63°F
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2016
34–52°F
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About this race
Join Us for the 18th Annual Gobble Waddle 5K/10K Run/Walk
Presented by HealthQuest Fitness and Wellness Center!
Event Overview
- Festive Celebration: Get ready to lace up for a festive, family-friendly celebration of fitness and giving!
- Timed Run and Fun Walk: Designed for all ages and activity levels, whether you're racing for a personal best or strolling with loved ones.
- Inclusivity: Strollers and leashed dogs are absolutely welcome!
Dog Guidelines
- Friendly Canines: All canine participants must be friendly.
- Leash Requirement: Dogs must be kept on a fixed leash at all times.
- Clean Course: Please help keep the course clean by picking up after your pets.
Give Back This Thanksgiving
- Donation Encouragement: We encourage all participants to bring at least five canned food items to donate.
- Drop-off Locations: Contributions can be dropped off at the event or at HealthQuest in advance.
- Support Local Agencies: Donations will support local food bank agencies and the SECU Hospice House.
Registration Details
- Entry Fee Includes:
- Participant t-shirt & medal
- Finisher prize for youth under 17
- Snacks and water
- Timing services
- Non-refundable Fees: Please note that entry fees are non-refundable.
- T-shirt Availability: Sizes are first-come, first-served: registrations after October 1 may not receive their preferred size.
Pricing
- 5K Run/Walk:
- Until October 15: $35 per person
- October 16 - November 22: $40 per person
- 10K Run:
- Until October 15: $45 per person
- October 16 - November 22: $50 per person
Packet Pickup
- Early Packet Pickup:
- When: Friday, Nov 20
- Where: Health Quest Fitness & Wellness Center
- Time: 4:00-7:00 pm
Race Day Schedule
- Registration/Packet Pickup: 8:00 - 8:30 a.m.
- 5K/10K Start: 9:00 a.m.
- Awards Ceremony: To follow the race.
Awards (for live event only)
- 5K Age Categories: 6-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-99
- 10K Age Categories: 6-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-99
- Top Finishers: Awards will be given to the top 2 male and top 2 female finishers for each age category.
- Overall Prizes: Prizes will be awarded to the 1st place overall male and female for both the 5K and 10K events.
Team Awards
- Categories: Largest Team, Most Creative Team Name & Most Team Spirit
For more information, visit the official race webpage at Gobble Waddle 5K/10K.
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