The Gobbler Classic 5K Run/Walk

The Gobbler Classic 5K Run/Walk takes place in Dyer, Indiana, on Thursday, November 26, 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. It is an annual walk/run hosted at Faith Church Dyer in support of local food banks. The single 5K format is open to runners and walkers, and awards go to the top male and female finishers in various age groups. Snacks and drinks are served in the church atrium after the race.

This is a charity 5K with a community feel, so it works equally well as a competitive effort or a family outing. Runners chasing an age-group award should arrive early enough to warm up before the 8:00 a.m. start, and can prepare with a few weeks of regular running that includes one weekly session of faster repeats. Walkers and beginners are just as welcome; the distance is manageable for anyone who has been active this fall, and the post-race refreshments indoors are a welcome touch on a cold northwest Indiana morning. Participants are encouraged to bring family and friends and to contribute to the cause.