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Gobbler Grind Marathon

Overland Park, KS
Sunday, November 22, 2026


  5 Stars from 3 Reviews

Course Description

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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Sunday, November 22, 2026
2025: Sunday, November 23, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Mostly Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 42°F (5°C)
Average High: 51°F (10°C)
Average Low: 33° F (0°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 98.74
Course Score: 98.74

Race Size

2025: 219 Finishers
2024: No Results
2023: 147 Finishers
2022: 165 Finishers
2021: No Results
2020: 117 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2025: 7.8%
2024: N/A
2023: 9.5%
2022: 8.5%
2021: 10.8%
2020: 13.7%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes

Weather Averages for Last 9 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 51°F  (11°C)
Low: 32°F  (0°C)

Race Start Conditions

36°F  (2°C)
Humidity: 70%

Clear
S 6 mph

PR Score

98.63

Course Score

98.69






Gobbler Grind Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Gobbler Grind Marathon was the 250th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers.

In 2025, 7.8% of Gobbler Grind Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Gobbler Grind Marathon ranked 189th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025. In Kansas, it ranked 2nd in 2025. This provides a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

The Gobbler Grind Marathon has a Course Score of 98.74, ranking it as the 267th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 5th fastest marathon course in Kansas.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Gobbler Grind Marathon a PR Score of 98.74. The PR Score ranks the Gobbler Grind Marathon as the 204th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 4th best marathon for a PR in Kansas.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Gobbler Grind Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Kansas for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Gobbler Grind Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed267th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 5th fastest marathon course in Kansas
Top 58% Nationally#5 of 6 in Kansas
PR Potential204th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 4th best marathon for a PR in Kansas
Top 45% Nationally#4 of 6 in Kansas
Boston Qualifier Rate189th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd highest BQ percentage in Kansas
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 40% Nationally#2 of 5 in Kansas
Race Size250th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 4th largest marathon in Kansas
Based on 2025 results
Top 43% Nationally#4 of 7 in Kansas

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.



Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 945 feet (288m)
Min Elevation: 843 feet (257m)

Elevation Gain: 593 feet (180m)
Elevation Loss: 593 feet (180m)


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Race Reviews


5.0
Based on 3 reviews
Write Your Own Review

Memorable Kansas Marathon

Full Review:

This race is special to me as I received my BQ (Boston Qualifying) here. It is well organized and the Pacers are awesome - they know the course well and provide great support. There are just enough hills for those sweet downhills. They have cheer sections right where you need them!!

Race Tips:

Start out with a pace group just so you don't expend unnecessary energy at the start (you'll need it for later!!) Weather should be nice (cool) in Nov.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Parking close to the start shouldn't be a problem. There are no restaurants within walking distance but a short drive away. Lots of fun activities/restaurants in Kansas City, MO after the race.
Reviewed by DD About 2022

Great Gobbler

Full Review:

Enjoyed this race. The race was well organized. The people were very supportive on and off the run. The course was well marked. The elevation chart was spot on. Coming from Florida it was a bit chilly and hilly. Lucked out that race day was the ideal temperature. Day before it was 15 degrees and the day after it was 27 and snowing. Only recommendation would be to have pacers at the BQ times. There was no 4:05 or 4:10 pacer but there were 2 at the 4:00. Some pacers ran alone most of the race.

Race Tips:

Start slow so you have gas in the tank for the last 6 miles. The last 6 miles were a nice down hill slope so enjoy them. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time before race to use the port a potty as they are a little hike from the start line.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Double tree is a short walking distance from the start/ finish. I would recommend you stay there.
Reviewed by IWB About 2018

Full Review:

Small crowds, reasonably flat and fast course.

Race Tips:

Run the course first so you know where the hills are located!
Reviewed by Steve Kleiboeker About 2016