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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
335 E Garfield St, Waterman IL
5K
30–45°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
41–46°F
dry
2024
29–39°F
rain
2023
35–42°F
rain
2022
26–44°F
dry
2021
29–52°F
dry
2020
34–45°F
dry
2019
39–55°F
rain
2018
26–36°F
dry
2017
26–46°F
dry
2016
22–38°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Waterman Lions Club presents the Gobbler Gallop 2026, a 5K Walk/Run.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM Start
- Location: 335 E Garfield St, Waterman, IL
- Registration: Opens at 7:30 AM on race morning
Course Information
- Distance: 5K
- Route: Fast and flat course through scenic village streets
- Start/Finish: Begins and ends at Indian Creek Middle School
- Refreshments: Post-event festivities include awesome refreshments
Registration Fees
- Pre-registration: $30 through October 31
- Late registration: $35 from November 1 to November 20
- Same-day registration: $40
- Refund policy: No refunds
Awards and Competition
- Prizes: First through third place awards for top male and female finishers
- Age categories: Awards for top three finishers in male and female categories
- Team competition: Teams must consist of 4 members
- Inclusivity: Strollers are welcome
Additional Information
- T-Shirt: Participants receive an official Gobbler Gallop T-Shirt while supplies last
- Beneficiary: Proceeds to benefit Waterman Lions Club programs and projects
For more details, visit the official race page: Gobbler Gallop 2026.
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