Selfless Elf 5k
Saturday, December 19, 2026
8:00 AM EST
Akron, Ohio
$44.95 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for a festive day of fun at the 14th annual Selfless Elf 5K, taking place on Saturday, December 19, 2026, in Akron, Summit! This exciting event invites participants to don their favorite holiday-themed costumes and gear while supporting the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. Whether you choose to run, jog, or walk, there’s a category for everyone, including a competitive walking option. The race kicks off at 8 AM, featuring chip-timed results for both runners and walkers, ensuring everyone can track their performance.
Participants will enjoy a morning filled with holiday spirit, family-friendly activities, and the chance to win awards in various categories, including top overall male and female, age group winners, and even special prizes for the best-dressed participants. Don't miss out on receiving a long-sleeve race t-shirt and festive striped elf socks! Join us for a memorable morning that combines fitness with philanthropy, all while spreading joy and helping to combat local hunger.
Participants will enjoy a morning filled with holiday spirit, family-friendly activities, and the chance to win awards in various categories, including top overall male and female, age group winners, and even special prizes for the best-dressed participants. Don't miss out on receiving a long-sleeve race t-shirt and festive striped elf socks! Join us for a memorable morning that combines fitness with philanthropy, all while spreading joy and helping to combat local hunger.
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Organiser's description
Dress in your favorite, festive holiday-themed costume or running gear and join us for the 14th annual SELFLESS ELF 5K run/walk benefiting the AKRON-CANTON REGIONAL FOODBANK. Enjoy a morning of fun for the entire family while supporting local hunger relief.
RACE DETAILS
* Team registration and a new team award for the fastest 4-person or larger team!
* The race will have two separate categories during registration - running and competitive walking.
* Run/Walk If you plan to run/jog during any portion of the race, please register as a run/walk.
* Competitive Walkers If you plan to walk 100% of the course in its entirety (no running/jogging), please register as a competitive walker.
* The race will be chip-timed at both the start and finish lines to achieve the most accurate race results possible.
* Both runners and competitive walkers will begin at 8am but will have different bib colors to distinguish between the categories.
* If you need to update your registration or switch a runner/walker, please contact us. Transfers are allowed prior to the event's start.
* All participants will receive a long-sleeve race t-shirt and striped elf socks.
* For the safety of our participants and spectators, this is a dog-free event.
* AWARDS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EVENT. STOP BY THE AWARDS BOOTH INSIDE THE WAREHOUSE TO PICK UP YOUR PRIZE IF YOU PLACED IN YOUR AGE GROUP. LIVE RESULTS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE RUNTOYOU APP, SO YOU CAN CHECK TO SEE IF YOU'RE AN AGE GROUP WINNER.
Race Day Schedule - Saturday, December 19, 2026:
6:30am - Race Day Packet Pickup
8:00am - Start 5k Run/Walk & Competitive Walk
9:15am - 5k Run/Walk Awards & Additional Awards
9:30am - 5k Competitive Walk Awards
5K RUN/WALK AWARDS:
* Top Male & Female Overall
* Top 3 Male & 3 Female per Age Group in 0-9, 10-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 & Up
5K COMPETITIVE WALK AWARDS:
* Top Male & Female Overall
* Top 3 Male & 3 Female per Age Group in 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up
ADDITIONAL AWARDS:
* Most Dashing (Best dressed)
* Top VIP Elf (Top fundraiser)
* Fastest 4-Person Team
RACE DETAILS
* Team registration and a new team award for the fastest 4-person or larger team!
* The race will have two separate categories during registration - running and competitive walking.
* Run/Walk If you plan to run/jog during any portion of the race, please register as a run/walk.
* Competitive Walkers If you plan to walk 100% of the course in its entirety (no running/jogging), please register as a competitive walker.
* The race will be chip-timed at both the start and finish lines to achieve the most accurate race results possible.
* Both runners and competitive walkers will begin at 8am but will have different bib colors to distinguish between the categories.
* If you need to update your registration or switch a runner/walker, please contact us. Transfers are allowed prior to the event's start.
* All participants will receive a long-sleeve race t-shirt and striped elf socks.
* For the safety of our participants and spectators, this is a dog-free event.
* AWARDS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EVENT. STOP BY THE AWARDS BOOTH INSIDE THE WAREHOUSE TO PICK UP YOUR PRIZE IF YOU PLACED IN YOUR AGE GROUP. LIVE RESULTS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE RUNTOYOU APP, SO YOU CAN CHECK TO SEE IF YOU'RE AN AGE GROUP WINNER.
Race Day Schedule - Saturday, December 19, 2026:
6:30am - Race Day Packet Pickup
8:00am - Start 5k Run/Walk & Competitive Walk
9:15am - 5k Run/Walk Awards & Additional Awards
9:30am - 5k Competitive Walk Awards
5K RUN/WALK AWARDS:
* Top Male & Female Overall
* Top 3 Male & 3 Female per Age Group in 0-9, 10-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 & Up
5K COMPETITIVE WALK AWARDS:
* Top Male & Female Overall
* Top 3 Male & 3 Female per Age Group in 0-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up
ADDITIONAL AWARDS:
* Most Dashing (Best dressed)
* Top VIP Elf (Top fundraiser)
* Fastest 4-Person Team
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Location
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank's Main Campus, 350 Opportunity Parkway, Akron, 44307, OH, United States
Selfless Elf 5k
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