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Sunday, November 22nd, 2026
9401 Indian Creek Parkway, Overland Park KS
Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K
36–52°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
39–56°F
dry
2024
29–44°F
dry
2023
27–48°F
dry
2022
32–54°F
dry
2021
29–46°F
dry
2020
39–52°F
dry
2019
32–37°F
rain
2018
40–56°F
dry
2017
21–40°F
dry
2016
47–57°F
rain
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About this race
The Gobbler Grind Marathon, one of Kansas’ oldest marathon. An enduring tradition in the heart of Johnson County, Kansas for nearly three decades that connects Kansas and Missouri running communities together.
Now in it's 33rd year, this historic road race, held on the Sunday before Thanksgiving each year, is the Kansas Marathon you don’t want to miss, drawing runners and fitness enthusiasts from all corners.
Join us at the Gobbler Grind, on November 22, 2026 where we offer a Boston Qualifying Marathon (also a 50 State Marathon Club Certified Race), Half Marathon, 10K and 5K distances—a celebration of passion, competition, and friendship within the vibrant running community. Let’s lace up our shoes and chase after our dreams together, preserving the cherished tradition of this historic race in Kansas and beyond. For more information visit www.gobblergrindmarathon.com
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