Elves for the Shelves 5K, Walk, and Fun Run
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Wayne, Pennsylvania
- Price $20.00 - $30.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with joy and purpose at the Elves for the Shelves 5K, Walk, and Fun Run on Saturday, December 5, 2026, in Wayne, Delaware! This festive event, hosted at the Radnor Memorial Library, is the perfect way to gather family and friends for a morning filled with holiday cheer and community spirit. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a professionally timed 5K, a 2.3-mile walk, and a half-mile Fun Run/Walk that welcomes all ages and abilities.
Join in the fun as you run or stroll through the charming streets of Wayne, with Santa making a special appearance to spread some extra holiday magic! Not only will you be enjoying a festive morning, but you'll also be supporting the Radnor Memorial Library, with funds raised going directly to enhance programs and resources for the community. Don’t forget to register by November 8th to secure your T-shirt and consider forming a team to maximize your fundraising impact. Whether you're racing for glory or participating for fun, this event promises to be a heartwarming kickoff to the holiday season. We can't wait to see you there!
Join in the fun as you run or stroll through the charming streets of Wayne, with Santa making a special appearance to spread some extra holiday magic! Not only will you be enjoying a festive morning, but you'll also be supporting the Radnor Memorial Library, with funds raised going directly to enhance programs and resources for the community. Don’t forget to register by November 8th to secure your T-shirt and consider forming a team to maximize your fundraising impact. Whether you're racing for glory or participating for fun, this event promises to be a heartwarming kickoff to the holiday season. We can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
Get your holiday season off on the right foot with us! Run or walk to support RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY at the annual ELVES FOR THE SHELVES 5K, WALK & FUN RUN. As part of the traditional Christmas in Wayne activities, the Elves race is a fantastic way to gather family, friends, and colleagues for a fun, festive morning. Funds raised through this event support the Library's mission to provide programs, collections, space, and other resources that enhance the quality of life for the entire community. Come sleigh the course, spread some holiday cheer, and make a difference for your community.
DATE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
REGISTER BY NOV. 8TH TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT!
RACE EVENTS
Whether you're racing at full elf-speed or taking a merry stroll, there's a place for everyone on the course.
5K TIMED RACE: Racers start and finish this 5K in front of Radnor Memorial Library. The race is professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Company. _Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall winners and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each age group. __Age groups are: 6 & under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. _
WALK (2.3 MILES): Walkers start and finish the 2.3 mile Walk in front of Radnor Memorial Library. This event is for Walkers who prefer a longer route than the half mile Fun Run/Walk. Stroller and wheelchair accessible. The route proceeds along West Wayne Ave. crossing Conestoga Rd. and turning left on Atlee Rd. Then proceeds through the Wayne neighborhood, back to the Library.
FUN RUN/WALK (.5 MILE): The Half Mile Fun Run/Walk is for all ages and is stroller & wheelchair accessible. _All Fun Run registrants who are 12 years old and under will receive a finish medal._ Santa will be in attendance!
VIRTUAL RUN/WALK: Don't live near Radnor? You can participate from afar and run or walk wherever you are! Sign up as a Virtual Runner/Walker and log your distance and time on race day.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ORGANIZE A FAMILY OR COMPANY TEAM: It's better when you do it together! Organize a family, workplace, or community team. Set a team fundraising goal to support the library. After all, the more the merrier.
INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM FUNDRAISING: Participants can also set individual and team fundraising goals! Those who raise or donate $100+, $300+, or $500+ will receive incentive prizes and be listed on our _Thank You_ Banner at the event.
PACKET PICK UP: Packet Pick Up is FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM in the Library's Winsor Room (on the lower level). OR pick everything up on race morning between 7:00 - 7:30 AM.
RACE DAY PARKING: Free parking in Wayne on race day! Park on the the street or in municipal lots (including the lots behind the Library on S. Wayne Ave. and in downtown on N. Wayne Ave.) for free. NO PARKING will be available on W. Wayne Ave. as the road will be closed for the race festivities.
FESTIVE COSTUMES: Prizes will be awarded for creative costuming - for adults and children! So dust off your most festive gear and dress to impress. This is one race where the cheer is just as merry as the mileage :)
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON RACE DAY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY!
DATE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
REGISTER BY NOV. 8TH TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT!
RACE EVENTS
Whether you're racing at full elf-speed or taking a merry stroll, there's a place for everyone on the course.
5K TIMED RACE: Racers start and finish this 5K in front of Radnor Memorial Library. The race is professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Company. _Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall winners and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each age group. __Age groups are: 6 & under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. _
WALK (2.3 MILES): Walkers start and finish the 2.3 mile Walk in front of Radnor Memorial Library. This event is for Walkers who prefer a longer route than the half mile Fun Run/Walk. Stroller and wheelchair accessible. The route proceeds along West Wayne Ave. crossing Conestoga Rd. and turning left on Atlee Rd. Then proceeds through the Wayne neighborhood, back to the Library.
FUN RUN/WALK (.5 MILE): The Half Mile Fun Run/Walk is for all ages and is stroller & wheelchair accessible. _All Fun Run registrants who are 12 years old and under will receive a finish medal._ Santa will be in attendance!
VIRTUAL RUN/WALK: Don't live near Radnor? You can participate from afar and run or walk wherever you are! Sign up as a Virtual Runner/Walker and log your distance and time on race day.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ORGANIZE A FAMILY OR COMPANY TEAM: It's better when you do it together! Organize a family, workplace, or community team. Set a team fundraising goal to support the library. After all, the more the merrier.
INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM FUNDRAISING: Participants can also set individual and team fundraising goals! Those who raise or donate $100+, $300+, or $500+ will receive incentive prizes and be listed on our _Thank You_ Banner at the event.
PACKET PICK UP: Packet Pick Up is FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM in the Library's Winsor Room (on the lower level). OR pick everything up on race morning between 7:00 - 7:30 AM.
RACE DAY PARKING: Free parking in Wayne on race day! Park on the the street or in municipal lots (including the lots behind the Library on S. Wayne Ave. and in downtown on N. Wayne Ave.) for free. NO PARKING will be available on W. Wayne Ave. as the road will be closed for the race festivities.
FESTIVE COSTUMES: Prizes will be awarded for creative costuming - for adults and children! So dust off your most festive gear and dress to impress. This is one race where the cheer is just as merry as the mileage :)
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON RACE DAY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF RADNOR MEMORIAL LIBRARY!
Races
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5K Run
Incl. T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing)
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$30.00
Timed Race. Age Categories: 6 & Under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39...60-69, 70+ -
Walk (2.3 Miles)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:05AM EST)
$25.00
Walk 2.3 miles. Course is along neighborhood streets in Wayne, starting and finishing at the Library. Stroller and wheelchair accessible. -
Fun Run (.5 Mile)
Incl. T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing)
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:10AM EST)
$20.00
Untimed half mile run or walk event for all ages. All children 12 years old and under who are registered Fun Run participants will receive a medal at the Finish Line. -
Virtual Runner or Walker
Incl. T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing)
$25.00
Don't live near Radnor? You can participate from afar and run or walk wherever you are!
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Radnor Memorial Library, 114 West Wayne Avenue, Wayne, 19087, PA, United States
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