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15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event

15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event

calendar_today August 1, 2026 location_on 12181 Fgcu Lake Pkwy E, Fort Myers, South Florida 33965

About This Event

**Event Date Thursday, November 26th at 7:30am **

 

Event Location FGCU Alico Arena 12181 FGCU Lake Pkwy E,  Fort Myers, FL US 33913

 

Description FGCU Gobbler 5k is a fun community event that supports the FGCU Cross Country Program. The event includes a 5k run/walk, a 1-mile run/walk, and a Tot Trot for kids. The 5k course is one big loop around the beautiful campus, while the 1-mile and Tot Trot events will take place in front of FGCU Alico Arena.

 

All proceeds for this event will go directly towards FGCU Cross Country.

 

Gobbler T-Shirt To participants who register for the 5k by November 11th.   

**5K Age Group Award (8:40am in front of Alico Arena) **Top Male & Top Female: $75 Fit2Run Gift Card 12 and under, 13–15, 16-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-80, 80+ 

 

5k Registration Fee  

  • Early Bird Special: Register by 9/30 $25
  • 10/01 - 11/22 $30
  • 11/23 - 11/25 $35
  • Race Day $35

 

Packet Pick-Up:  

  • Day Before the Race (11/25): 4:30pm - 7pm at the Fit2Run Store in Coconut Point Mall (23190 Fashion Dr #109, Estero, FL 33928)
  • Race Day: 6am - 7:15am in front of FGCU Alico Arena

 

Race Day Parking: Alico Arena Overflow Parking Lot, FGCU Lake Pkwy E, Fort Myers, FL 33913

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When is 15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event 2026?
15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event takes place on Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Fort Myers, Florida.
Where does 15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event take place?
15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event is held at 12181 Fgcu Lake Pkwy E in Fort Myers, Florida (South Florida). See the course maps section on this page for route details where available.
How do I register for 15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event?
Registration is online — use the Register button on this page to sign up through the race's official registration page. Registering early usually means lower entry fees.
Is there a promo code for 15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event?
Discounts are set by the race organizer and appear on the official registration page when active. The most reliable way to pay less is registering early — most Florida races raise prices as race day gets closer.

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15th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event

August 1, 2026

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