Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
- Date
- November 22, 2026
- Distance
- Marathon · Half Marathon · 10K & more
From the Organizer
The Gobbler Grind Marathon, one of Kansas’ oldest marathon. An enduring tradition in the heart of Johnson County, Kansas for nearly three decades that connects Kansas and Missouri running communities together.
Now in it's 33rd year, this historic road race, held on the Sunday before Thanksgiving each year, is the Kansas Marathon you don’t want to miss, drawing runners and fitness enthusiasts from all corners.
Join us at the Gobbler Grind, on November 22, 2026 where we offer a Boston Qualifying Marathon (also a 50 State Marathon Club Certified Race), Half Marathon, 10K and 5K distances—a celebration of passion, competition, and friendship within the vibrant running community. Let’s lace up our shoes and chase after our dreams together, preserving the cherished tradition of this historic race in Kansas and beyond. For more information visit www.gobblergrindmarathon.com
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
51°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Olathe 3e, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Overland Park, KS
Population
197,199
as of 2023
Elevation
953 ft
Nearest Airport
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
- Date
- November 22, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K?
- Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is a running race held in Overland Park, Kansas on November 22, 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 Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K?
- Sunday, November 22, 2026 in Overland Park, Kansas at 9401 Indian Creek Parkway, Overland Park, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Nov 22, 2026