# The Great Gobble Run 2026 — Rio Linda/Elverta Food Closet 5K

> Event for families in the Sacramento–Roseville–Folsom area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 21 · 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Where: The Great Gobble Run start (810 Oak Lane), 810 Oak Lane, Rio Linda, CA 95673
- Ages: All ages; under 12 free with a paid parent/guardian
- Price: Paid registration; ages 0–12 free (no shirt) with a paid adult
- Status: Sold out when last checked.
- Organizer: The Great Gobble Run (benefiting Rio Linda/Elverta Food Closet)
- Official page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-great-gobble-run-2026-tickets-1994423767176
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A 5K charity fun run for the Rio Linda/Elverta community that welcomes families, walkers and 'little turkeys of all ages', with proceeds going to the Rio Linda/Elverta Food Closet. Children under 12 run free with a paid parent or guardian and must stay with them; strollers are welcome and start at the back.

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