Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K (Dayton)
- Date Sun 13th July 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Dayton, Ohio
- Price Free - $66.42
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday spirit this summer at the Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in Dayton, Montgomery! This festive event promises an unforgettable experience, combining the joy of running with the excitement of Christmas cheer. Participants can choose between a challenging half marathon or a fun-filled 5K, both of which feature chipped timing for accurate results.
Runners will be treated to unique Christmas-themed swag, including stylish sublimated shirts or ladies tank tops, and a real blinking light-up ornament for half marathon finishers. Participants will also receive a festive running hat and sunglasses to keep them cool during the race. With water and snacks provided every mile and a delightful post-race Christmas party featuring frozen treats, root beer, and a complimentary drink ticket for those 21 and over, this event is all about fun and celebration. Join us for a jolly good time, where the spirit of Christmas shines bright in the summer sun!
Runners will be treated to unique Christmas-themed swag, including stylish sublimated shirts or ladies tank tops, and a real blinking light-up ornament for half marathon finishers. Participants will also receive a festive running hat and sunglasses to keep them cool during the race. With water and snacks provided every mile and a delightful post-race Christmas party featuring frozen treats, root beer, and a complimentary drink ticket for those 21 and over, this event is all about fun and celebration. Join us for a jolly good time, where the spirit of Christmas shines bright in the summer sun!
Organiser's Description
HO HO HO,
OH WHAT FUN IT IS TO RUN IN THE SUN (AND SHADE)
AND EARN SOME CHILLIN' HAWAIIAN SUMMER XMAS SWAG!
LIVE 5K OR LIVE HALF MARATHON REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
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CHIPPED TIMED HALF MARATHON OR 5K
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VERY COOL SUBLIMATED CHRISTMAS IN JULY STYLE SHIRTS OR LADIES TANK TOPS
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REAL BLINKING LIGHT UP ORNAMENT (HALF MARATHON = DIAL IN YOUR FINISHER'S TIME)
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*HALF MARATHON INCLUDES BOTH A CHRISTMAS RUNNING HAT & SUNGLASSES
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*5K INCLUDES SUNGLASSES (HAT OPTIONAL UPGRADE)
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CINCH SACK
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CUSTOM BIBS WITH UNIQUE SURPRISING CHRISTMAS NAMES
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OVERALL AND AGE GROUP MEDALS/PRIZES (HALF & 5K)
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WATER AND SNACKS EVERY MILE (APPROX)
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FINISH LINE ELF'S TREATS FROZEN TREATS, PACKAGE SNACKS, ROOT BEER, ETC)
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INCLUDES 1 DRINK TICKET FOR BEER (21+)
JINGLE JOLLY SUNDAY JULY 13
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5:45AM - 6:45AM PACKET PICKUP/CHECK-IN OPENS FOR HALF MARATHON, HOLLYWOOD GAMING AT DAYTON RACEWAY
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7:00AM HALF MARATHON STARTS
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7:00AM - 7:45AM PACKET PICKUP OPENS FOR THE 5K.
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8:00AM 5K STARTS
*
8:30AM POST RACE CHRISTMAS PARTY BEGINS!!!
OH WHAT FUN IT IS TO RUN IN THE SUN (AND SHADE)
AND EARN SOME CHILLIN' HAWAIIAN SUMMER XMAS SWAG!
LIVE 5K OR LIVE HALF MARATHON REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
*
CHIPPED TIMED HALF MARATHON OR 5K
*
VERY COOL SUBLIMATED CHRISTMAS IN JULY STYLE SHIRTS OR LADIES TANK TOPS
*
REAL BLINKING LIGHT UP ORNAMENT (HALF MARATHON = DIAL IN YOUR FINISHER'S TIME)
*
*HALF MARATHON INCLUDES BOTH A CHRISTMAS RUNNING HAT & SUNGLASSES
*
*5K INCLUDES SUNGLASSES (HAT OPTIONAL UPGRADE)
*
CINCH SACK
*
CUSTOM BIBS WITH UNIQUE SURPRISING CHRISTMAS NAMES
*
OVERALL AND AGE GROUP MEDALS/PRIZES (HALF & 5K)
*
WATER AND SNACKS EVERY MILE (APPROX)
*
FINISH LINE ELF'S TREATS FROZEN TREATS, PACKAGE SNACKS, ROOT BEER, ETC)
*
INCLUDES 1 DRINK TICKET FOR BEER (21+)
JINGLE JOLLY SUNDAY JULY 13
*
5:45AM - 6:45AM PACKET PICKUP/CHECK-IN OPENS FOR HALF MARATHON, HOLLYWOOD GAMING AT DAYTON RACEWAY
*
7:00AM HALF MARATHON STARTS
*
7:00AM - 7:45AM PACKET PICKUP OPENS FOR THE 5K.
*
8:00AM 5K STARTS
*
8:30AM POST RACE CHRISTMAS PARTY BEGINS!!!
Races
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Live Half Marathon
Incl. $6.43 Fee & Mens Tech Shirt of Ladies Tank Top
Sun 13th July 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$66.42
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Live 5K
Incl. $4.69 Fee & Mens Tech Shirt of Ladies Tank Top
Sun 13th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$34.68
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Half Marathon Pacer
Incl. Mens Tech Shirt of Ladies Tank Top
Sun 13th July 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
Have fun helping runners achieve their goals! Entry fee is discounted 50% for Pacers. Email [email protected] if you would like to pace. We need your preferred time(s) and at least two previous Half Marathon races, so we can verify it is a comfortable pace.
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