Holiday 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (49)
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Hickory, North Carolina
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Holiday 5K & 13.1M event in beautiful Hickory, North Carolina! On Saturday, December 5th, 2026, runners of all levels are invited to join this festive race, which kicks off at 8:30 AM. With both a 5K and a Half Marathon distance, participants can choose their challenge—whether it's the 3.1-mile course that features a scenic out-and-back route or the 13.1-mile Half Marathon that will take you on an exhilarating six-loop journey.
Don’t forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes before the race and ends just 10 minutes before the start time. The starting line is conveniently located across from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW. Runners will not only enjoy the thrill of the race but will also be rewarded with finisher medals and a chance to win awards. This is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the holiday season, so lace up your running shoes and be part of this vibrant community event!
Don’t forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes before the race and ends just 10 minutes before the start time. The starting line is conveniently located across from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW. Runners will not only enjoy the thrill of the race but will also be rewarded with finisher medals and a chance to win awards. This is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the holiday season, so lace up your running shoes and be part of this vibrant community event!
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:30 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:
The starting line is located across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW.
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
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 8:30 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:
The starting line is located across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW.
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
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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1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, 28601, NC, United States
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