
Race Date
Nov 22, 2026
Location
Overland Park, KS
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
Race Day
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
Long-Sleeved T-Shirt
Start Location
9401 Indian Creek Parkway, Overland Park, KS, 66210
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
KS25025TJD · Expires 2035 · Gobbler Grind 2025 Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Median Finish
2:00:57
9:14/mi
Winning Time
1:21:53
6:15/mi
Finishers (2024)
399
States Represented
21 / 50
Gender Split
FASTER 25%
1:49:04
MEDIAN
2:00:57
SLOWER 25%
2:13:08
Start (Low)
36°
Afternoon (High)
51°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
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