Crete Country Christmas 5k Grinch Run
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Crete, Illinois
- Price $28.49 - $38.99
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a festive adventure at the Crete Country Christmas 5K Grinch Run, taking place on Saturday, December 5th, 2026, in Crete, Will! This spirited event invites runners, walkers, and strollers of all ages to don their best Grinch Green attire and join in the fun while chasing down the mischievous Grinch. Not only will you enjoy the thrill of a 5K race, but your participation also supports a great cause, as all proceeds benefit the Crete Food Pantry. Participants are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food item to donate on race day.
As part of your registration, you’ll receive a Grinch 5K race shirt and enjoy refreshments like fruit, water, and granola in the runner's tent. After the race, stick around for a delightful Breakfast with the Grinch from 9 am to 11 am, featuring seating times at 9, 9:30, 10, and 10:30. Join us for this joyful celebration and make unforgettable holiday memories while giving back to the community! Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and festive cheer!
As part of your registration, you’ll receive a Grinch 5K race shirt and enjoy refreshments like fruit, water, and granola in the runner's tent. After the race, stick around for a delightful Breakfast with the Grinch from 9 am to 11 am, featuring seating times at 9, 9:30, 10, and 10:30. Join us for this joyful celebration and make unforgettable holiday memories while giving back to the community! Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and festive cheer!
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.
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
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Crete Country Christmas Grinch 5k (Age 13 and Over)
Incl. $3.99 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$38.99
OPENS 07 JUL -
Crete Country Christmas Grinch 5k (Age 12 and Under)
Incl. $3.49 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$28.49
OPENS 07 JUL
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