Gobble Waddle 5K/10K
Gobble Waddle 5K/10K is a running race on November 21, 2026 in Smithfield, NC, with entry fees from $35 to $45.
- Date
- November 21, 2026 (121 days to go)
- Location
- 218 S. 2nd St., Smithfield, NC
- Price
- $35–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join Us for the 18th Annual Gobble Waddle 5K/10K Run/Walk, presented by HealthQuest Fitness and Wellness Center!
Get ready to lace up for a festive, family-friendly celebration of fitness and giving! The Gobble Waddle features a timed run and a fun walk designed for all ages and activity levels. Whether you're racing for a personal best or strolling with loved ones, strollers and leashed dogs are absolutely welcome!
Dog Guidelines: All canine participants must be friendly and kept on a fixed leash at all times. Please help keep the course clean by picking up after your pets.
Give Back This Thanksgiving: In the spirit of the season, we encourage all participants to bring at least five canned food items to donate. Contributions can be dropped off at the event or at HealthQuest in advance. Donations will support local food bank agencies and the SECU Hospice House, helping neighbors in need right here in our community.
Registration Details:
Your entry fee includes:
A participant t-shirt & medal
A finisher prize for youth under 17
Snacks and water
Timing services
All transaction fees
Please note:
Entry fees are non-refundable. T-shirt sizes are first-come, first-served—registrations after October 1 may not receive their preferred size.
5K Run/Walk:
Until October 15: $35 per person
October 16 - November 22: $40 per person
10K Run:
Until October 15: $45 per person
October 16 - November 22: $50 per person
Early Packet Pickup:
When: Friday, Nov 20
Where: Health Quest Fitness & Wellness Center
Time: 4:00-7:00 pm
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Registration/Packet Pickup: 8:00 - 8:30 a.m.
5K/10K Start: 9:00 a.m.
Awards ceremony to follow.
AWARDS (for live event only):
5K: 6-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-99
10K: 6-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-99
Awards will be given to the top 2 male and top 2 female finishers for each age category.
Prizes will be given to the 1st place overall male and female for both the 5K and 10K events.
Team Awards:
Largest Team, Most Creative Team Name & Most Team Spirit
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
63°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Smithfield, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Smithfield, NC
Population
11,798
as of 2023
City Elevation
129 ft
Nearest Airport
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Gobble Waddle 5K/10K
Nov 21, 2026