Grinch Gallop
- Date Sat 19th December 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Van Alstyne, Texas
- Price $45.52
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your holiday season with the Grinch Gallop on Saturday, December 19, 2026, in the charming town of Van Alstyne, Texas! This festive event invites participants to run, walk, gallop, or skip along the picturesque country roads, making it a perfect way to celebrate the spirit of Christmas. The Grinch Gallop is chip-timed, ensuring an exciting competitive edge as you aim for age group awards. Participants will receive a delightful Grinch-themed finisher medal, a race shirt, and a tasty Grinch donut to fuel your holiday cheer.
Awards will be presented for the top three male and female finishers in both overall and masters categories, as well as age group awards for a wide range of categories from 14 & under to 70 & over. Don’t miss out on the chance to join in the fun and festivities of this unique race! Be sure to pick up your race packet early at Buff City Soap in Van Alstyne on December 17th and 18th, as race day packet pickup will be limited. Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a merry adventure at the Grinch Gallop!
Awards will be presented for the top three male and female finishers in both overall and masters categories, as well as age group awards for a wide range of categories from 14 & under to 70 & over. Don’t miss out on the chance to join in the fun and festivities of this unique race! Be sure to pick up your race packet early at Buff City Soap in Van Alstyne on December 17th and 18th, as race day packet pickup will be limited. Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a merry adventure at the Grinch Gallop!
Organiser's Description
Start off your Christmas festivities with the Grinch Gallop! You can run, walk, gallop, or skip your way through the country roads of Van Alstyne, Texas. The Grinch Gallop will be chip timed, allowing you to compete for age group awards; and all participants will receive a grinch-themed finisher medal, race shirt and grinch donut.
Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female for the overall and masters categories. Also, age group awards, 3 deep, will be given for the following groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & over.
PACKET PICKUP
Buff City Soap - Van Alstyne
136 N. Main Drive
Van Alstyne, TX 75495
Time/Date:
Wednesday, December 17th 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, December 18th 2:00pm-6:00pm
_Note: there will be limited race day packet pickup so please plan to get your race packet prior to race day. A friend or family member can get your packet for you._
Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female for the overall and masters categories. Also, age group awards, 3 deep, will be given for the following groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & over.
PACKET PICKUP
Buff City Soap - Van Alstyne
136 N. Main Drive
Van Alstyne, TX 75495
Time/Date:
Wednesday, December 17th 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday, December 18th 2:00pm-6:00pm
_Note: there will be limited race day packet pickup so please plan to get your race packet prior to race day. A friend or family member can get your packet for you._
Races
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Grinch Gallop
Incl. $3.52 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th December 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$45.52
OPENS 30 SEP
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1455 W. Van Alstyne Pkwy, Van Alstyne, 75495, TX, United States
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