Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K 2026 — Overland Park, KS
The Gobbler Grind Marathon in Overland Park, Kansas, is a running event held on November 22, 2026, offering four distance options: 1 mile, 10K, half marathon, and marathon (26.2 miles). The race starts at 7:30 AM from Indian Creek Parkway. Entry fees range from $29 to $139 depending on distance and registration timing. Whether you're training for a full marathon or looking for a shorter weekend effort, this event accommodates runners across multiple experience levels. Overland Park provides a solid base for race weekend logistics, and the variety of distances means training partners or family members at different fitness levels can participate together.
Course & Travel Notes
The Gobbler Grind starts at 7:30 AM, just 21 minutes after sunrise at 7:09 AM on race day, so conditions will be transitioning from dark to light as runners begin. Expect typical November weather in the Overland Park area with highs around 54°F and lows near 35°F, with about a 22% chance of measurable rain. The venue sits at 915 feet elevation, offering relatively modest terrain for Kansas. Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) is the nearest airport, located 14.4 miles from the race venue.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 22.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Overland Park, KS. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K 2026 — Overland Park, KS?
Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K 2026 — Overland Park, KS takes place on November 22, 2026. The race is held in Overland Park, Kansas.
Where is Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K 2026 — Overland Park, KS held?
Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K 2026 — Overland Park, KS is held at 9401 Indian Creek Parkway in Overland Park, Kansas.
Where can I find hotels near Gobbler Grind Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K 2026 — Overland Park, KS?
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