Go and Gobble 5k
Typically 54–73°F · low rain risk
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2025
62–81°F
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2024
48–77°F
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2023
59–74°F
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2022
67–75°F
dry
2021
52–73°F
dry
2020
62–80°F
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2019
42–70°F
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2018
56–77°F
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2017
52–71°F
dry
2016
61–76°F
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About this race
Go and Gobble 5K – Ocala, Florida | Thanksgiving Morning Run 2026
Join runners from across North Central Florida for the Go and Gobble 5K at the Florida Horse Park in Ocala — a Thanksgiving morning race packed with holiday spirit, family fun, and festive race swag. This event is ideal for runners, walkers, and families looking for a Thanksgiving 5K in Ocala or a holiday race close to Gainesville, The Villages, and the surrounding region.
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up: Wednesday, November 25th from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Running Elements
29 NE 1st Ave Suite E
Ocala, FL 34470
5K Run/Walk – Thanksgiving Morning at the Florida Horse Park
Race Day Packet Pick Up: 7:00 AM
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Entry Fee Includes:
Long sleeve race shirt (size guaranteed through November 21st — first come first serve after that)
Go and Gobble themed race bib
Custom finisher medal
Scenic course through the Florida Horse Park
Awards
Every great tradition has to start somewhere. The Go and Gobble 5K is planting its flag in Ocala on Thanksgiving morning 2026, and we're kicking things off right with awards 3-deep in 5-year age groups (1–9, 10–14, 15–19 … through 80+), plus these overall categories:
Overall Winners (Male & Female)
1st Masters (40+)
1st Grand Masters (50+)
1st Senior Grand Masters (60+)
1st Veteran Masters (70+)
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