United Way Gobble Wobble 5k run and walk

United Way Gobble Wobble 5k run and walk takes place in Columbus, Indiana, in Bartholomew County, on November 21, 2026. The program is a single 5K (3.1 miles) starting at 9:30 a.m., open to runners and walkers alike.

Proceeds go to the United Way of Bartholomew County, so taking part is a way to support a local cause while getting a Thanksgiving-week workout in. The 5K is short enough that almost anyone can prepare for it in a couple of months: three easy runs a week, one of them slowly extended to 30 minutes, is all a beginner needs. Runners who want to race it should focus on an even first mile and a strong finish, since the distance leaves no room to recover from a fast start. Walkers can expect to spend 45 minutes to an hour on the course. The 9:30 a.m. start gives you time for a light breakfast, and a short jog with a few strides beforehand will make the first stretch feel much easier.