Merry Fitness 5k

  • Date Sat 13th December 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Jacksonville, North Carolina
  • Price $33.35
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Merry Fitness 5K, taking place on Saturday, December 13th, 2025, at ELJ Farms in Jacksonville, Onslow! This festive event kicks off at 8:00 AM and promises a magical experience as you dash through a beautifully decorated Christmas Town course, filled with lights, cheer, and holiday spirit. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, this race is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the season while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from the Merry Fitness 5K go towards providing scholarship opportunities for Onslow County students to participate in Marathon Kids, helping to instill healthy habits and a love for running in the next generation.

Don't miss out on the chance to make this race a cherished holiday tradition! Be sure to pick up your race packet in advance on December 11th or 12th to avoid any delays on race day. And for those wanting to commemorate the occasion, race shirts are available for purchase until November 26th. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, joy, and memoriesβ€”let's run, cheer, and celebrate the season together at the Merry Fitness 5K!

Organiser's Description

male sign MERRY FITNESS 5K RUN THROUGH CHRISTMAS TOWN! female sign

Lace up and join us for the Merry Fitness 5K on Saturday, December 13th at 8:00 AM at ELJ Farms! This festive race is the perfect way to celebrate the season, support our Marathon Kids runners, and start a new holiday tradition with our community. Youll dash through a magical Christmas Town course, surrounded by lights, cheer, and plenty of holiday spirit.

Run for a Cause: Proceeds from this race provide scholarship opportunities for Onslow County students to participate in Marathon Kids giving more children the chance to discover the joy of running, set big goals, and build healthy habits for life.

Packet Pick-Up:

* Thursday, Dec. 11th: 430 PM at the New River YMCA, 1940 Gum Branch Road
* Friday, Dec. 12th: 530 PM at Eggs Up Grill, 2457 Gum Branch Road
* Race Day (Dec. 13th): 730 AM ONLY at ELJ Farms
(We highly recommend picking up your packet Thursday or Friday to avoid race day delays!)

Add-On Merchandise:

* Race Shirts: $15 each must be purchased by November 26th

female sign For Marathon Kids Participants: You do not need to register individually your registration will be handled through your team.

sparkles Whether youre a seasoned runner, a first-time 5Ker, or just in it for the jingle bells and cocoa, this race is all about community, holiday joy, and making memories. Lets run, cheer, and celebrate together!

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 13th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $33.35

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135 Batting Cage Trail, Jacksonville, 28540, NC, United States

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