Christmas Classic 5k at Oak Mountain State Park
- Date Sat 21st December 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Pelham, Alabama
- Price $16.90 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with the Christmas Classic 5k at Oak Mountain State Park! Taking place on Saturday, December 21, 2024, in Pelham, Shelby, this festive event promises fun for everyone. Whether you're aiming for a personal record or enjoying a leisurely hike around the scenic Double Oak Lake with family, the Christmas Classic caters to all. This family-friendly race encourages participants of all ages, with a special emphasis on child involvement.
Participants can choose between two exciting finish lines: the exhilarating Polar Plunge, which benefits the Alabama Wildlife Center, or a traditional finish line for those who prefer to stay dry. Enjoy a captivating start with a Predator flyover from the wildlife center, meet local critters, and indulge in a delicious post-race brunch. Don’t forget to join in the festive spirit with a Christmas Karaoke Aid Station and compete for awards for the tackiest sweater! With an incredible Christmas Classic shirt and finishers medal, this event is a holiday celebration you won't want to miss. Remember, a $5 admission gate fee is required for all attendees at Oak Mountain State Park. Join us for a day of joy, community, and holiday cheer!
Participants can choose between two exciting finish lines: the exhilarating Polar Plunge, which benefits the Alabama Wildlife Center, or a traditional finish line for those who prefer to stay dry. Enjoy a captivating start with a Predator flyover from the wildlife center, meet local critters, and indulge in a delicious post-race brunch. Don’t forget to join in the festive spirit with a Christmas Karaoke Aid Station and compete for awards for the tackiest sweater! With an incredible Christmas Classic shirt and finishers medal, this event is a holiday celebration you won't want to miss. Remember, a $5 admission gate fee is required for all attendees at Oak Mountain State Park. Join us for a day of joy, community, and holiday cheer!
Organiser's Description
Join us this holiday season for Finish Line Events Christmas Classic 5k at Oak Mountain State Park! Whether youre racing for a personal best or taking a scenic hike with your family around Double Oak Lake, this event offers something for everyone. This race is child participation friendly and encouraged! We will simply ask those for the need for speed to start at the front of the line!
THIS RACE OFFERS TWO FINISH LINES!
For those that dare you can participate in the Polar Plunge Finish Line benefiting Alabama Wildlife Center. At the donations page, please make the $20 donation to be able to enjoy the icy waters. All proceeds will go directly to the Alabama Wildlife Center at Oak Mountain State Park.
OR
Do not worry about the donation and there will be a finish line for those that do not want to participate in the Polar Plunge. Just make sure to cheer when you see people make the icy jump!
All 5k participants can look forward to:
An Alabama Wildlife Center Predator flyover to kick off the race.
A chance to meet some of the centers birds and other local critters.
A delicious post-race brunch.
A festive Christmas Karaoke Aid Station.
Incredible Christmas Classic Shirt and finishers medal
A Polar Plunge to cool off
And dont forget about the Major awards for the best tackiest sweater!
This is a Holiday celebration you wont want to miss!
Please note all participants and those in attendance are required to pay a $5 admission gate fee to Oak Mountain State Park.
THIS RACE OFFERS TWO FINISH LINES!
For those that dare you can participate in the Polar Plunge Finish Line benefiting Alabama Wildlife Center. At the donations page, please make the $20 donation to be able to enjoy the icy waters. All proceeds will go directly to the Alabama Wildlife Center at Oak Mountain State Park.
OR
Do not worry about the donation and there will be a finish line for those that do not want to participate in the Polar Plunge. Just make sure to cheer when you see people make the icy jump!
All 5k participants can look forward to:
An Alabama Wildlife Center Predator flyover to kick off the race.
A chance to meet some of the centers birds and other local critters.
A delicious post-race brunch.
A festive Christmas Karaoke Aid Station.
Incredible Christmas Classic Shirt and finishers medal
A Polar Plunge to cool off
And dont forget about the Major awards for the best tackiest sweater!
This is a Holiday celebration you wont want to miss!
Please note all participants and those in attendance are required to pay a $5 admission gate fee to Oak Mountain State Park.
Christmas Classic 5k at Oak Mountain State Park