Gobbler Grind Marathon
Gobbler Grind Marathon offers a low-key late-November BQ attempt on paved Kansas trails, with rolling sections and very little urban traffic.
Quick facts
- Certified Boston Qualifier on paved recreational trails.
- Established Thanksgiving-season race in Overland Park.
- Rolling trail profile with minimal vehicle traffic.
- Cold wind is the most consequential weather risk.
About the Gobbler Grind Marathon
This Kansas City-area marathon has a club-race feel and a long Thanksgiving-season history. The full and half use Overland Park's trail system, keeping most of the experience away from busy city streets.
Course
The certified course follows paved recreational trails with gradual rollers, underpasses, and repeated changes of direction. It is runnable but not perfectly flat, so even pacing matters more than attacking every descent.
Race-day weather
Late November can deliver excellent cool racing weather or a sharp mix of wind, rain, and freezing temperatures. Exposed trail sections amplify a north wind.
Past Gobbler Grind Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, November 22, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
| 2025 | — | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Completed | Open results |
Gobbler Grind Marathon FAQ
When is the Gobbler Grind Marathon?
The 2026 Gobbler Grind Marathon is on Sunday, November 22, 2026.
Is Gobbler Grind Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Gobbler Grind Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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