Candy Cane 5K

  • Date Sat 7th December 2024
  • Time 12:00AM EST
  • Location Langhorne, Pennsylvania
  • Price $22.20 - $43.40
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to jingle all the way at the Candy Cane 5K, happening on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Langhorne, Bucks! This festive run promises to get you into the holiday spirit as participants are encouraged to don their most creative Christmas attire, from ugly sweaters to Santa suits, and even team costumes featuring elves or reindeer. The event features a 5K race (3.1 miles) on paved roads throughout the scenic Cairn University campus and surrounding neighborhoods, and a fun, family-friendly 1-mile walk/run option for those looking to join in the fun at a more leisurely pace.

Not only will you enjoy a delightful race day filled with hot chocolate, Christmas cookies, and candy canes, but you'll also be supporting a wonderful cause: the New Horizon Scholarship Fund at Cairn University. This initiative aids new mothers who face challenges in continuing their education due to unplanned pregnancies. With a vibrant atmosphere, exciting prizes for top finishers and the best costumes, and a chance to participate virtually from anywhere in the world, the Candy Cane 5K is the perfect way to celebrate the season while making a difference. Don't miss out on this joyful eventโ€”mark your calendars for December

Organiser's Description

THIS SPECIAL RUN IS SURE TO GET YOU IN THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT!

Join us on December 7th for a candy cane themed run! Runners are encouraged to race in their most festive attire: a super ugly sweater, a Santa outfit, a candy cane outfitor maybe you and your group dress up as a team of elves or reindeer! Both the top finishers and the top costumes, both individuals and teams of three or more, will receive candy cane themed prizes. All registrants will receive a long sleeve T-shirt, candy canes, hot chocolate and marshmallows, Christmas cookies, and the traditional post-race water and bananas.

The Candy Cane 5K is a collaborative event between Cairn University, ChoiceOne, AlphaCare and RUN 12:1 Running Club to raise money for the New Horizon Scholarship Fund at Cairn University. New Horizons is an initiative to provide support to new mothers who chose to give birth even though their educational and career goals would be interrupted by unplanned pregnancy, delivery, and parenthood. Students who receive the full tuition scholarship also receive academic support and a nurturing Christian community as they seek to renew and/or begin their pursuit of undergraduate education.

The Candy Cane 5K takes place on paved roads throughout the Cairn University campus and surrounding neighborhood streets. There is also a family friendly 1-mile fun run/walk option and a virtual option for those who prefer. You can participate at the 5K or 1-mile event in Langhorne, PA, on Saturday, December 7, or participate virtually from anywhere in the world during the weekend of Friday, December 6Monday, December 9.

RACE INFORMATION
Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
Course: Paved road race over a rolling terrain course on the Cairn University campus and surrounding neighborhood streets
Distance: 5k (3.1 miles) or 1-mile fun run/walk
Location: Cairn University, 200 Manor Ave., Langhorne, PA 19047
Parking: There will be no parking in lots D or E on race day. Please follow event parking signs to lot C (near the pond) or use the lots on the upper portion of campus
Registration: Please complete on-line by Friday, December 8th at noon. Limited on-site registration will be available as space permits
Check-in: 9:00am - 9:45am
Start Time: The 5K race and 1-mile walk will both start at 10:00am Rain, snow or shine.
Fee: $35 (pre-registration)/$40 on-site; alumni, faculty & staff $30; Students $20
Race Shirts: All participants will receive the custom designed, long sleeve, Candy Cane race-shirt

Divisions/Awards (for 5K only)
Top 3 Male / Female Overall Winners
Age Group Awards
Christmas Themed Costume Prizes

Races

  • General Registration - Candy Cane 5K or 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 7th December 2024 (10:00AM EST)

    $38.10

    CLOSED
  • Alumni, Faculty & Staff Registration

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 7th December 2024 (10:00AM EST)

    $32.80

    CLOSED
  • Student Registration

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 7th December 2024 (10:00AM EST)

    $22.20

    CLOSED
  • Virtual Run

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    $43.40

    CLOSED

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Cairn University, 200 Manor Avenue, Langhorne, 19047, PA, United States

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