Run Elf Run!
- Date Sat 6th December 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Pontiac, Michigan
- Price $14.22 - $33.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at the exciting Run Elf Run! event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Pontiac, Oakland. This festive run/walk kicks off at 8:00 am, just before the vibrant 44th annual Holiday Extravaganza Parade in downtown Pontiac. Participants will gather at the starting line located at the corner of Saginaw and Pike, where the atmosphere is sure to be filled with joy and cheer.
The event features a 5K race, along with a special "Run Little Elves, Run!" kid's run of 0.25 miles starting at 9:00 am, making it a perfect outing for families. All participants will receive a delightful medal that can be transformed into a holiday ornament, a long sleeve t-shirt, a race bib, and finish line refreshments, including a refreshing beer and pretzel for those 21 and older. Competitive runners will have the chance to win fantastic prizes, including a certificate for a free pair of running shoes for the overall male and female winners, along with unique candy cane trophies for top finishers in various categories.
Make sure to arrive early for packet pick-up at the 7 North building, and stick around for the
The event features a 5K race, along with a special "Run Little Elves, Run!" kid's run of 0.25 miles starting at 9:00 am, making it a perfect outing for families. All participants will receive a delightful medal that can be transformed into a holiday ornament, a long sleeve t-shirt, a race bib, and finish line refreshments, including a refreshing beer and pretzel for those 21 and older. Competitive runners will have the chance to win fantastic prizes, including a certificate for a free pair of running shoes for the overall male and female winners, along with unique candy cane trophies for top finishers in various categories.
Make sure to arrive early for packet pick-up at the 7 North building, and stick around for the
Organiser's Description
RUN ELF RUN!
Run/walk begins at 8:00 am, prior to the 44th annual Holiday Extravaganza PARADE
Downtown Pontiac
START LINE located at the corner of Saginaw and Pike in downtown Pontiac
PACKET PICK UP will be inside the 7 North building (7 N. Saginaw St.), located between The Fillmore 13 Brewery [https://fillmore13brewery.com/] and Kegger Burger [https://keggerburger.com/].
Pre-Race: Friday December 5th, 3 pm - 7 pm. Race Morning: December 6th 6:30 am - 8:00 am.
Join in the holiday spirit and be part of a 44 year tradition in downtown Pontiac--the heart of Oakland County--prior to the annual Holiday Extravaganza parade, a collaboration with the communities of Auburn Hills, Pontiac, Waterford, and White Lake.
All participants will receive a...
* Medal that may be transformed into a Holiday Ornament
* Run Elf Run long sleeve T-shirt
* Race bib
* Finish line refreshments
* +21 - Beer and Pretzel*
The overall male and female 5K winners will receive a certificate for a FREE pair of running shoes ($180 maximum value) from Runnin' Gear [https://www.myrunningear.com/] in Waterford! 1st, 2nd & 3rd overall males and females get a unique Run Elf Run candy cane trophy. All age group winners (10 year increments) will also take home a candy cane trophy!!
For 2025 we are adding a kid's run, the "Run Little Elves, Run!". This 0.25 mile event will follow the 5K and begin at 9:00 am. Be sure to stick around with the kids because we've moved the WinterFUN Festival [https://www.holidayextravaganza.org/index.php/winter-fun-festival] earlier this year. WinterFUN will commence at 10:00 am with many activities for the kids to enjoy before the real excitement starts with the parade!
* Post-race beer and pretzel will be available at The Fillmore 13 Brewery [https://fillmore13brewery.com/] until 10:00am. The Fillmore 13 is located at 7 N. Saginaw, in sight of the finish line. To claim your beer and pretzel you must present your ID to the brewery staff. A soft drink can be claimed in lieu of the beer.
Run/walk begins at 8:00 am, prior to the 44th annual Holiday Extravaganza PARADE
Downtown Pontiac
START LINE located at the corner of Saginaw and Pike in downtown Pontiac
PACKET PICK UP will be inside the 7 North building (7 N. Saginaw St.), located between The Fillmore 13 Brewery [https://fillmore13brewery.com/] and Kegger Burger [https://keggerburger.com/].
Pre-Race: Friday December 5th, 3 pm - 7 pm. Race Morning: December 6th 6:30 am - 8:00 am.
Join in the holiday spirit and be part of a 44 year tradition in downtown Pontiac--the heart of Oakland County--prior to the annual Holiday Extravaganza parade, a collaboration with the communities of Auburn Hills, Pontiac, Waterford, and White Lake.
All participants will receive a...
* Medal that may be transformed into a Holiday Ornament
* Run Elf Run long sleeve T-shirt
* Race bib
* Finish line refreshments
* +21 - Beer and Pretzel*
The overall male and female 5K winners will receive a certificate for a FREE pair of running shoes ($180 maximum value) from Runnin' Gear [https://www.myrunningear.com/] in Waterford! 1st, 2nd & 3rd overall males and females get a unique Run Elf Run candy cane trophy. All age group winners (10 year increments) will also take home a candy cane trophy!!
For 2025 we are adding a kid's run, the "Run Little Elves, Run!". This 0.25 mile event will follow the 5K and begin at 9:00 am. Be sure to stick around with the kids because we've moved the WinterFUN Festival [https://www.holidayextravaganza.org/index.php/winter-fun-festival] earlier this year. WinterFUN will commence at 10:00 am with many activities for the kids to enjoy before the real excitement starts with the parade!
* Post-race beer and pretzel will be available at The Fillmore 13 Brewery [https://fillmore13brewery.com/] until 10:00am. The Fillmore 13 is located at 7 N. Saginaw, in sight of the finish line. To claim your beer and pretzel you must present your ID to the brewery staff. A soft drink can be claimed in lieu of the beer.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 6th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$33.30
This is a chip timed out-and-back 5K road race taking participants through the Holiday Extravaganza parade route just hours before it begins. The route is closed to traffic courtesy of the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. The entire route is marked with orange cones so there's zero chance of getting lost. There is one water station on this route. -
0.25 Mile "Run Little Elves, Run!" Kid's Run
Incl. $2.22 Fee
Sat 6th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$14.22
This event is a non-timed quarter mile run/walk for parents and children to enjoy together. All registered children will receive a medal (different from the 5K medal) and a sweet treat when they finish the run! Please remember the WinterFUN Festival will commence up the road at Saginaw & Huron St at 10:00am!
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