Registration Opens for 27th Annual Grateful Gobbler Walk Benefiting Maclellan Shelter
Registration is now open for the 27th Annual Grateful Gobbler Walk, a family and pet-friendly 5K event in Chattanooga's Coolidge Park on Thanksgiving morning, November 26th, starting at 8 a.m. The event benefits the Maclellan Shelter for Families.
Chattanooga, TN, October 1, 2026 — Registration has officially opened for the 27th Annual Grateful Gobbler Walk, a community 5K event scheduled to take place on Thanksgiving morning. The event will be held in Chattanooga’s Coolidge Park on November 26th, with activities commencing at 8 a.m.
This annual tradition is designed as a family and pet-friendly outing, encouraging participants to gather before their Thanksgiving celebrations. The 5K course is set within Coolidge Park, offering a scenic route for runners and walkers.
Proceeds from the Grateful Gobbler Walk will directly benefit the Maclellan Shelter for Families. The shelter provides essential services and support to families experiencing homelessness in the Chattanooga area.
Further details regarding registration fees, specific race routes, and any participation guidelines are typically made available through the event organizers. Information regarding the exact date of Thanksgiving for the year in which November 26th falls is also publicly available. The event marks its 27th year, underscoring its long-standing presence in the community’s holiday traditions.
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