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The Mighty Gobbler takes place on Thanksgiving morning in Troy, Michigan, with a one mile run and walk setting off at 8:30 AM and the 5K following at 9:00 AM. Both routes wind through the peaceful residential streets of Troy on paved road, and the morning is built around the local community rather than fast times. Every participant receives a T-shirt and finishers have the chance to win awards across the fields. The event is hosted by the Lutheran Church of the Master, and a portion of the proceeds supports Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers, Micah 6 Community in Pontiac, and the Troy People Concerned Food Pantry.
Peaceful residential streets of Troy, Michigan
Thanksgiving morning tradition now in its twelfth year
Short 1 mile option for families and walkers
Community event hosted by the Lutheran Church of the Master
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3290 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48084, United States
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What you get
T-shirt for every participant
Awards for top finishers
A portion of proceeds donated to Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers, Micah 6 Community in Pontiac, and the Troy People Concerned Food Pantry
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A portion of the proceeds from the event goes to Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers, Micah 6 Community in Pontiac, and the Troy People Concerned Food Pantry, so your entry fee supports local causes as well as putting on the race.
The race is hosted by the Lutheran Church of the Master in Troy, Michigan, and is now in its twelfth year as a Thanksgiving morning tradition for the local community.
Yes. Both the 5K and the one mile options are run and walk events, so walkers, families and first timers are all welcome alongside more competitive runners.
Entry is handled online through the event listing, and the page does not state whether entries are also accepted on the morning itself. Check the registration page in the days before the race, as Thanksgiving morning events in Troy often fill up in advance.
Every participant receives an event T-shirt, and there are awards up for grabs for the top performers. The morning is as much about the community and the charity partners as it is about the racing.
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Expected November 2027
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