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Date:
Sat, Nov 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
218 S. 2nd St.
Smithfield, North Carolina
27577
United States
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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

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