Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (50)
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Athens, Georgia
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Holiday 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon taking place on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in the vibrant city of Athens, Clarke! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM, offering participants a chance to enjoy a festive atmosphere while challenging themselves on scenic out-and-back courses. Runners can choose from three distances: the 5K, which consists of a single out-and-back loop, the 10K, featuring two loops, or the thrilling Half Marathon, which covers four loops.
Don't forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes before the race and ends just 10 minutes prior to the start. With a generous course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there's plenty of time to soak in the holiday spirit. Every finisher will receive a themed medal, and while wearing a costume is optional, it’s highly encouraged to add an extra layer of fun! Join us in Athens for a memorable day of running, camaraderie, and holiday cheer!
Don't forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes before the race and ends just 10 minutes prior to the start. With a generous course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, there's plenty of time to soak in the holiday spirit. Every finisher will receive a themed medal, and while wearing a costume is optional, it’s highly encouraged to add an extra layer of fun! Join us in Athens for a memorable day of running, camaraderie, and holiday cheer!
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Parking lot near starting point https://maps.app.goo.gl/EFwtDUwqQ1ymp6x47
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6531373447
The course is an out-and-back (3.11M).
The 5K does the out-and-back one time.
The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5986319710
The course is an out-and-back (3.28M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
Wearing a costume is not required, but we do encourage it.
SERIES POINTS
This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.
For more information, go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Parking lot near starting point https://maps.app.goo.gl/EFwtDUwqQ1ymp6x47
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6531373447
The course is an out-and-back (3.11M).
The 5K does the out-and-back one time.
The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5986319710
The course is an out-and-back (3.28M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
Wearing a costume is not required, but we do encourage it.
SERIES POINTS
This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.
For more information, go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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Location
North Oconee River Greenway Trailhead @ North Oconee Access Rd., N Oconee Access Rd,, Athens, 30605, GA, United States
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