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Gobble Wobble 5K for Food Finders presented by Purdue Federal Credit Union

West Lafayette, Indiana
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West Lafayette, Indiana
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5K

About Gobble Wobble 5K for Food Finders presented by Purdue Federal Credit Union

Join us on Thanksgiving Day for the Gobble Wobble 5K presented by Purdue Federal Credit Union! This is a 5K race that you can run or walk, taking place in West Lafayette at Cumberland Park. The event supports the local Food Finders Food Bank through donations and is a great way to kick off your Thanksgiving week festivities! We encourage both runners and walkers to register for the event. Bring your friends, family, and furry sidekicks...it's fun for all! Strollers and wagons are allowed, however, we ask you start in the back when lining up at the start line. This goes for anyone running or walking with a dog as well.

The race is limited to 400 chip timed participants and 100 free (no hat or chip time) participants. 

If you would still like to participate, you can sign up in store until Wednesday November 27th for a free (no chip time bib) entry. We do encourage a food donation to Food Finders. 

Race Start: 9:30 AM
Race Location: Cumberland Park in West Lafayette, IN

RACE POM POM BEANIE:
A race pom pom beanie is included with CHIP-TIMED bib registration only. The hat says "RUN, GOBBLE, NAP". 

 

REGISTRATION:
You must register online in order to participate in the event. Participants can register for a chip-timed bib, chip-timed bib registration is $30.00 (excludes RunSignUp processing fee) and each participant will receive one pom pom beanie.

 

CHIP-TIMED registration will close on November 27th at 5:59pm or whenever we hit 400 registrants.

 

DONATIONS:
In order to support Food Finders, we're accepting both monetary and food donations. All donations can be dropped off during store hours at Fleet Feet in West Lafayette. Monetary donations are accepted in the form of cash or check. Please make checks payable to Food Finders Food Bank. We will also collect donations on the morning of the event. 

Here is a link to Food Finders website that lists the items they are in need of the most: https://www.food-finders.org/get-involved/#donate-food 

 

PACKET PICK-UP:

Packet pick-up will be on Wednesday, November 27 from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Fleet Feet in West Lafayette. Donations for Food Finders can be dropped off during this time as well. We will also accept donations on Thanksgiving morning at the event if you can't make it to packet pick-up. 

Gobble Wobble 5K for Food Finders presented by Purdue Federal Credit UnionJoin us on Thanksgiving Day for the Gobble Wobble 5K presented by Purdue Federal Credit Union! This is a 5K race that you can run or walk, taking place in West Lafayette at Cumberland Park. The event supports the local Food Finders Food Bank through donations and is a great way to kick off your Thanksgiving week festivities! We encourage both runners and walkers to register for the event. Bring your friends, family, and furry sidekicks...it's fun for all! Strollers and wagons are allowed, however, we ask you start in the back when lining up at the start line. This goes for anyone running or walking with a dog as well. The race is limited to 400 chip timed participants and 100 free (no hat or chip time) participants.  If you would still like to participate, you can sign up in store until Wednesday November 27th for a free (no chip time bib) entry. We do encourage a food donation to Food Finders.  Race Start: 9:30 AMRace Location: Cumberland Park in West Lafayette, IN RACE POM POM BEANIE:A race pom pom beanie is included with CHIP-TIMED bib registration only. The hat says "RUN, GOBBLE, NAP".    REGISTRATION:You must register online in order to participate in the event. Participants can register for a chip-timed bib, chip-timed bib registration is $30.00 (excludes RunSignUp processing fee) and each participant will receive one pom pom beanie.   CHIP-TIMED registration will close on November 27th at 5:59pm or whenever we hit 400 registrants.   DONATIONS:In order to support Food Finders, we're accepting both monetary and food donations. All donations can be dropped off during store hours at Fleet Feet in West Lafayette. Monetary donations are accepted in the form of cash or check. Please make checks payable to Food Finders Food Bank. We will also collect donations on the morning of the event.  Here is a link to Food Finders website that lists the items they are in need of the most: https://www.food-finders.org/get-involved/#donate-food    PACKET PICK-UP: Packet pick-up will be on Wednesday, November 27 from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Fleet Feet in West Lafayette. Donations for Food Finders can be dropped off during this time as well. We will also accept donations on Thanksgiving morning at the event if you can't make it to packet pick-up. 
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Race Events & Distances

Choose from 1 race distance available for Gobble Wobble 5K for Food Finders presented by Purdue Federal Credit Union in West Lafayette, IN. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

5K Chip Timed

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
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Frequently Asked Questions about 5K Chip Timed

How long is the 5K Chip Timed?
The 5K Chip Timed covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K Chip Timed start?
The 5K Chip Timed starts at 9:30:00 AM.
Where is the 5K Chip Timed located?
The 5K Chip Timed takes place in West Lafayette, IN.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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