Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run
- Date Sun 27th December 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Leesport, Pennsylvania
- Price $25.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 40th Annual Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run, taking place on Sunday, December 27, 2026, in the charming Leesport, Berks! This festive event invites runners of all levels to tackle a scenic course that weaves through the beautiful Blue Marsh and Union Canal Trail, featuring a delightful mix of road and easy trail sections. Whether you’re an experienced runner, a walker, or pushing a stroller, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun (just remember to leave your furry friends at home, as dogs are not permitted).
Registration opens at 8:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 10:00 AM. Sign up early to take advantage of the $25 registration fee until November 30, 2026, with day-of registration available for $30. Don’t forget to grab a limited edition Kris Kringle running hat or hoodie, available for pre-order until November 30, ensuring you stay stylish while you run! With awards for the top male and female finishers as well as age group winners, this event promises to be a joyous celebration of community and fitness. Join us for a memorable day filled with holiday cheer and running spirit!
Registration opens at 8:30 AM, with the race kicking off at 10:00 AM. Sign up early to take advantage of the $25 registration fee until November 30, 2026, with day-of registration available for $30. Don’t forget to grab a limited edition Kris Kringle running hat or hoodie, available for pre-order until November 30, ensuring you stay stylish while you run! With awards for the top male and female finishers as well as age group winners, this event promises to be a joyous celebration of community and fitness. Join us for a memorable day filled with holiday cheer and running spirit!
Organiser's Description
THE PAGODA PACERS ATHLETIC CLUB IS HAPPY TO INVITE YOU TO THE 40TH!! ANNUAL KRIS KRINGLE 5 MILE RUN!
COURSE: The course features a mix of road and easy trail sections through Blue Marsh and the Union Canal Trail. We'll be running counter-clockwise this year. Strollers and walkers are welcome. DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT.
REGISTRATION FEES: ALL registration fees are RACE ONLY
* $25 per runner through November 30th, 2026
* Day-of registration: $30
* ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON DECEMBER 16 AT 11:59PM EST
HOODIES:
* Hoodies are not included with the race registration cost.
* We do not order extra hoodies. Deadline for ordering a hoodie is November 30th. No exceptions.
* IF there are any additional hoodies that have not been claimed after the award ceremony, they will be for sale for $25 each while supplies last.
NEW AND THIS YEAR ONLY!
* We will also be offering a limited edition Kris Kringle running hat! You can purchase both a hoodie and a hat, just one or the other, or nothing at all. Hats will be $18. We are not ordering extra hats. Deadline for ordering hats in November 30th. The hat option is on a separate page after the hoodie selection but before you finish registering.
RACE DAY INFO:
* Registration: 8:30 AM | Race Start: 10:00 AM
* Same-day registration will be available at $30 per runner (no hoodie option)
* Leave your doggy pals at home, please. No dogs permitted at this event.
AWARDS:
* Overall: Top 2 male and female (not eligible for age group awards)
* Age Groups: Top 3 male and female in 5-year brackets from U14 to 80, plus a 80+ category
WEATHER: In case of inclement weather on race day, updates will be sent to the email address used for registration.
Keep up with the latest updates and race fun by joining our Facebook Group: Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run [https://www.facebook.com/groups/756775099468738/]
COURSE: The course features a mix of road and easy trail sections through Blue Marsh and the Union Canal Trail. We'll be running counter-clockwise this year. Strollers and walkers are welcome. DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT.
REGISTRATION FEES: ALL registration fees are RACE ONLY
* $25 per runner through November 30th, 2026
* Day-of registration: $30
* ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON DECEMBER 16 AT 11:59PM EST
HOODIES:
* Hoodies are not included with the race registration cost.
* We do not order extra hoodies. Deadline for ordering a hoodie is November 30th. No exceptions.
* IF there are any additional hoodies that have not been claimed after the award ceremony, they will be for sale for $25 each while supplies last.
NEW AND THIS YEAR ONLY!
* We will also be offering a limited edition Kris Kringle running hat! You can purchase both a hoodie and a hat, just one or the other, or nothing at all. Hats will be $18. We are not ordering extra hats. Deadline for ordering hats in November 30th. The hat option is on a separate page after the hoodie selection but before you finish registering.
RACE DAY INFO:
* Registration: 8:30 AM | Race Start: 10:00 AM
* Same-day registration will be available at $30 per runner (no hoodie option)
* Leave your doggy pals at home, please. No dogs permitted at this event.
AWARDS:
* Overall: Top 2 male and female (not eligible for age group awards)
* Age Groups: Top 3 male and female in 5-year brackets from U14 to 80, plus a 80+ category
WEATHER: In case of inclement weather on race day, updates will be sent to the email address used for registration.
Keep up with the latest updates and race fun by joining our Facebook Group: Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run [https://www.facebook.com/groups/756775099468738/]
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