Run The Gobble Wobble 5K Thursday At The Haverford YMCA

HAVERTOWN, PA — The Haverford YMCA is hosting Gobble Wobble 5K Run and Wobble Walk Thursday ahead of hearty Thanksgiving meals planned for later in the day.

The Gobble Wobble 5K Run and Wobble Walk will begin at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at the Haverford YMCA, 891 N. Eagle Road in Havertown.

Adult registration for the 5K and the walk is $40. Kids 6 to 12 years old can register for $25. Kids under 6 can participate for free. Race day registration is also available with a $5 increase for all categories. Fees include chip timing, bibs, refreshments, and are tax-deductible charitable contributions.

Sign up online here.

The family-friendly course is a perfect way to start the holiday. And for seasoned runners, it’s one of the last chances to compete on a chip-timed course before year’s end. Bright, chilly conditions are in the forecast, which often leads to a surge in last-minute registrations.

Originally founded in Abington, the Gobble Wobble 5K Run and Wobble Walk has expanded to four YMCA locations, including Haverford, with more than 5,000 participants registered this year.

Proceeds support the YMCA’s Annual Campaign, which funds low- to no-cost memberships and programs for local residents.

The Gobble Wobble 5k Run and Walk is presented by Independence Blue Cross.

"We’re so glad to see how this race has grown across our YMCA footprint," Shaun Elliott, President and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia YMCA, said. "Not only is it an important fundraiser for us—it’s at the heart of our mission: connecting people to healthier lives. So gather the family, get some fresh air, and work up an appetite for that pumpkin pie. You won’t regret it."