Tampa YMCA Turkey Gobble 5K & 1 Mile

An out-and-back Thanksgiving morning race tradition for the whole family! Held on Thursday, November 26th. We start and end at Benchmark International Arena  located at 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602. Your choice of 1 mile fun run which starts at 8:15am, 5K run/ walk which starts at 7am, or a virtual 5k from anywhere! Limited dogs welcomed, all pups must be registered.  Strollers welcomed- please plan to line up in the back.  Children in strollers do not need to be registered for the race, but they must stay in the stroller while on the course and they will not receive a race shirt or swag. If requesting a ladies size t-shirt, please keep in mind they run really small and order one or TWO sizes up.

The Y is proud to say that  the Tampa YMCA Turkey Gobble covers 100% of the cost of our youth cancer survivor program: Kids Thrivers Club. The free 12-week programs offers children affected by cancer a safe, supportive environment to participate in physical and social activities focused on strengthening the whole person.  While participating in the program, participants and their household family members receive a membership to the Tampa YMCA, helping the whole family regain their health.  Additionally, it covers 100% of the cost of our Pedaling for Parkinson's program, helping those affected by Parkinson's and their caregivers to have a community of support while participants see a reduction in symptoms. With your participation, the Tampa YMCA Turkey Gobble also supports several other programs to improve the health of our community, including: the Diabetes Prevention Program, Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program, Healthy Steps for Older Adults, Enhance Fitness and so much more!

All Tampa YMCA Turkey Gobble participants receive a 2025 Finisher's Medal.

• Top 3 overall Male and top 3 overall female 5K winners will received $100 gift cards to Dick's Sporting Goods. Special prize awarded to top male and top female child (9 and under).

• Recognition medals awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in-person, male/female racers in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

• TOP INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISER will receive a gift card to Dick's Sporting Goods

• TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM  raising at least $1500 will have a banner on the Plaza at Benchmark International Arena recognizing your team's fundraising!

An out and back race starting in Channelside at Benchmark International Arena (formerly Amalie Arena), crossing the Platt Street Bridge and taking 5K participants onto beautiful Bayshore Boulevard, then return back to Benchmark International Arena for snacks and awards.  

5:30 AM - Plaza at Benchmark International Arena (formerly Amalie Arena) opens

6:30 AM - 5K Corral Staging. There will be designated corrals for participants with baby joggers/strollers or pets.

7:00 AM - 5k Race Begins

8:00 AM - 1 Mile Walk Begins

8:00 AM - Announcements & Awards

What is included in your Race Packet?

Packets will include your event t-shirt and race bib. You will receive your finisher’s medal on race day at the finish line.

Where is packet pick-up?

Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 | 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Dick's House of Sports in the International Mall: 2223 N West Shore Blvd, Tampa FL 33607 

Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025 | 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Dick's House of Sports in the International Mall: 2223 N West Shore Blvd, Tampa FL 33607 

To ensure an on-time race start, race day registration and bib pick up are not available!

***PLEASE NOTE:  WE ONLY HAVE PACKET PICKUP AT DICK'S HOUSE OF SPORTS THIS YEAR.  OUR PREVIOUS YMCA LOCATION IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION THIS YEAR.

Can I pick up someone else's race bib or can someone pick up mine?

Yes, you can pick up for others or have them pick up for you, however, the person picking up bibs must bring a copy of each person’s registration confirmation or photo ID.