Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run

  • Date Sat 6th December 2025
  • Time 8:00AM CST
  • Location Crete, Illinois
  • Price $28.49 - $38.99
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer at the Crete Country Christmas 5K Grinch Run on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, in the charming town of Crete, Will! This festive event invites runners, walkers, and strollers of all ages to join in the fun while donning their best Grinch Green attire. Not only will you have a blast chasing down the Grinch, but you'll also be supporting a great cause, as the race benefits the Crete Food Pantry. Participants are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food item to donate, helping to make the season brighter for those in need.

Along with the thrill of the 5K race, registration includes a delightful Grinch 5K race shirt and access to a runners' tent stocked with fruit, water, and granola. And don't miss out on Breakfast with the Grinch, taking place from 9 AM to 11 AM after the race, with seating times available at 9, 9:30, 10, and 10:30. Join us for a joyful morning filled with community spirit, holiday festivities, and the satisfaction of completing a 5K this December!

Organiser's Description

Gather your Christmas spirit and chase down the Grinch in our Crete Country Christmas Grinch 5K. Runners, Walkers, Strollers are all welcome to dress for the occasion in Grinch Green and come out for fun. The race will benefit the Crete Food Pantry. We ask all participants to bring a nonperishable food item to donate on the morning of the race.

Included in your 5K registration:

* Grinch 5 K Race Shirt
* Fruit, water, granola provided in runner's tent.
* Satisfaction of completing a 5K in December

BREAKFAST WITH THE GRINCH!

The breakfast will be held from 9 am - 11 am after the race. (Seating times at 9, 9:30, 10 & 10:30) Visit Cretepark.com for Breakfast information and registration.

Races

  • Crete Country Christmas Grinch 5k (Age 13 and Over)

    Incl. $3.99 Fee & Race T-Shirt

    Sat 6th December 2025 (8:00AM CST)

    $38.99

  • Crete Country Christmas Grinch 5k (Age 12 and Under)

    Incl. $3.49 Fee & Race T-Shirt

    Sat 6th December 2025 (8:00AM CST)

    $28.49

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Location

Division and Wood Street, Crete, 60417, IL, United States

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