100 81st Ave, Dyer IN
Thursday, November 26th, 2026
Grab your running or walking shoes, your Gobbler swag and hit the pavement with family & friends at Faith Church Dyer on Thursday, November 26 as we continue our Thanksgiving tradition of The Gobbler Classic 5K Walk/Run. This race has become a staple for many, as we raise funds for local food pantries in Faith Church communities. Last year we raised over $30,000!!! for our Thanksgiving tradition. (Note: Shirt availability is noted in real time: quantities are limited to the first 1,050 participants.)
Awards are presented to both a male and female winner in each of the following age brackets: 9 & under: 10-14: 15-19: 20-24: 25-29: 30-34: 35-39: 40-44: 45-49: 50-54: 55-59: 60-64: and 65 & older. Awards are also given to the overall male and female winners.
We will be offering packet pick-up this year. An email reminder will be communicated closer to the event but current packet pick-up times are set for Tuesday, November 24 | 12-6 PM and Wednesday, November 25 | 12-6 PM.
For more information, visit our race page.
Race-day essentials
Light, simple picks for a fast effort.


Adidas Men's Lite Racer Adapt 7.0, Black/Grey/Grey, 10
$44.95

Lapulas Athletic Ankle Socks, Low Cut Cushioned Anti-Blister Running Tab Sports Socks for Men and Women 6Pairs (White, L)
$14.99
![Lamicall Polarized Sports Sunglasses for Men Women, [24g Ultralight] [Adjustable Nose Pad] UV400 Protection Sun Glasses for Cycling Running Baseball Fishing Golf Beach Volleyball Driving](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/314zYavx-2L._SL160_.jpg)
Lamicall Polarized Sports Sunglasses for Men Women, [24g Ultralight] [Adjustable Nose Pad] UV400 Protection Sun Glasses for Cycling Running Baseball Fishing Golf Beach Volleyball Driving
$21.99

Fitgriff® Running Belt for Men & Women - Secure Jogging Pouch for Phone, Keys & Essentials - For All Cell Phones (Black, 24.5" - 35.5" Waist Size)
$15.95
Train for this race
Run clubs in Dyer, IN host weekly group runs — a great way to prep for race day.