Give 'N Gobble 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- 212 N Main Street, Dickson, TN
- Distance
- 2026 Give 'N Gobble 5K · 2026 Give 'N Gobble 1 Mile Run · 2026 Give 'N Gobble Virtual "Couch 5K"
From the Organizer
The Give 'N Gobble 5K Thanksgiving Day Race is a fun-filled annual holiday tradition for Dickson County and many families in Middle Tennessee!
As one of Middle Tennessee’s largest Thanksgiving Day races, the Give 'N Gobble's 5K Race and One Mile Walk/Run starts at with great fanfare on Historic Main Street in Downtown Dickson and finishes at Holland Park, next to the Clement Railroad Hotel Museum.
For many, the Give 'N Gobble is a fun, family-centered tradition, however the race does attract many professional runners from all over Tennessee and the United States. The Give 'N Gobble’s challenging 5K course is officially certified by USA Track and Field, and both the 5K and One Mile races are RFID (chip) timed.
Since the first race in 2014, the Give ‘N Gobble has raised over $534,000 in the spirit of Thanksgiving for the Dickson County Help Center. The Dickson County Help Center provides aid in the form of food, clothing, prescribed medication, temporary shelter and limited financial assistance to the citizens of Dickson County on an emergency basis with love and dignity.
Join us on Thanksgiving Morning for a great run that “Gives” to a great cause before you “Gobble!”
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
56°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dickson, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Dickson, TN
Elevation
751 ft
Nearest Airport
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Give 'N Gobble 5K?
- Give 'N Gobble 5K is a running race held in Dickson, Tennessee on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Give 'N Gobble 5K?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Dickson, Tennessee at 212 N Main Street, Dickson, TN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Give 'N Gobble 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Give 'N Gobble 5K
Nov 26, 2026