Shelton Mistletoe Mile
- Date Sat 6th December 2025
- Time 3:50PM PST
- Location Shelton, Washington
- Price Free - $16.90
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Shelton Mistletoe Mile on Saturday, December 6th, 2025! This beloved holiday event will take place in the heart of Downtown Shelton, Mason, offering participants a festive 1-mile road race as part of the annual Christmastown Festival. The course is a fast and flat mile on closed city streets, making it perfect for runners of all ages and abilities.
Kick off the day with Santa's Speed Zone, a delightful 100-meter dash for little ones aged 2-4, starting at 3:50 PM. The main race will begin at 4:00 PM, and a festive parade is set to follow at 5:00 PM. Participants can enjoy delicious cocoa and cookies post-race, creating a joyful atmosphere for the entire community. Entry fees are budget-friendly, with general admission at just $15, while high school students pay only $5, and kids aged 5-12 can join for free! Celebrate the spirit of the season with family and friends at this fun-filled event that truly embodies the holiday spirit in Shelton!
Kick off the day with Santa's Speed Zone, a delightful 100-meter dash for little ones aged 2-4, starting at 3:50 PM. The main race will begin at 4:00 PM, and a festive parade is set to follow at 5:00 PM. Participants can enjoy delicious cocoa and cookies post-race, creating a joyful atmosphere for the entire community. Entry fees are budget-friendly, with general admission at just $15, while high school students pay only $5, and kids aged 5-12 can join for free! Celebrate the spirit of the season with family and friends at this fun-filled event that truly embodies the holiday spirit in Shelton!
Organiser's Description
THE SHELTON MISTLETOE MILE IS BACK!
Were excited to bring back one of Sheltons favorite holiday events the Mistletoe Mile, a Christmas themed 1-mile road race part of the annual Christmastown Festival hosted by Process Performance RC LLC!
Originally created and hosted by John Johnson, former Head Cross Country Coach at Shelton High School, were honored to carry on this festive tradition for the Shelton community.
The course is a _FAST_, flat road mile on closed city streets in Downtown Shelton, WA perfect for runners of all ages and abilities.
Enjoy cocoa and cookies for all participants after the race!
RACE DAY DETAILS
DATE: Friday, December 6th
LOCATION: Downtown Shelton, WA, at the Post Office Park
REGISTRATION: 345 PM at Post Office Park
RACE START:
Santa's Speed Zone 100 meter dash - 3:50-4:00 pm
1 Mile Race: 4:00 PM
PARADE: Immediately following at 5:00 PM
ENTRY FEES:
$15 General Entry
$5 High School Students
Free Ages 5-12 yrs
Free - "Santa's Speed Zone" (Ages 2-4 yrs)
SANTA'S SPEED ZONE (AGES 2-4)
Let the littlest runners join in the holiday fun with our Santa's Speed Zone - a 100 meter dash for children ages 2-4!
DISTANCE: 100 meters
TIME: Starts at 3:50 pm (before the main race)
REGISTRATION: 3:00-3:45 pm at the Post Office Park
COST: Free!
PRIZES: All participants receive a special ribbon
Parents are welcome to run alongside for safety and encouragement.
AWARDS & PRIZES
Overall Male & Female Winners
Best Costume (adult and child)
Best Santas Sleigh Decked-Out Stroller
Best Dog Rudolph Costume
VIRTUAL MISTLETOE MILE
Cant make it to Shelton? Join the fun from anywhere by running the Virtual Mistletoe Mile!
FEMALE SIGN HOW IT WORKS:
Run 1 mile anytime between 12:00 AM and 11:59 PM on December 6th (race day).
Upload your run to Strava and follow Process Performers RC to verify results.
Title your activity Virtual Shelton Mistletoe Mile.
Post a photo in your best holiday outfit and Santa's sleigh baby stroller!
VIRTUAL AWARDS & PHOTO SUBMISSIONS:
Virtual participants are eligible for Best Costume and Best "Santa's Sleigh" Stroller prizes
Featured on the Virtual Finishers Wall
To qualify, participants must:
* Post their run activity on Strava titled _Virtual Shelton Mistletoe Mile_
* Include a photo of their festive outfit or decorated stroller in the post
* Tag Process Performance RC in the description and make the activity visible to the club.
All eligible entries will be reviewed, and winners will be announced the next day on the PPRC Strava club page and social media.
NOTE: Virtual participants are not eligible for overall awards to maintain fairness with in-person results.
Come celebrate the season with a fun, family-friendly event that brings the Shelton community together!
Were excited to bring back one of Sheltons favorite holiday events the Mistletoe Mile, a Christmas themed 1-mile road race part of the annual Christmastown Festival hosted by Process Performance RC LLC!
Originally created and hosted by John Johnson, former Head Cross Country Coach at Shelton High School, were honored to carry on this festive tradition for the Shelton community.
The course is a _FAST_, flat road mile on closed city streets in Downtown Shelton, WA perfect for runners of all ages and abilities.
Enjoy cocoa and cookies for all participants after the race!
RACE DAY DETAILS
DATE: Friday, December 6th
LOCATION: Downtown Shelton, WA, at the Post Office Park
REGISTRATION: 345 PM at Post Office Park
RACE START:
Santa's Speed Zone 100 meter dash - 3:50-4:00 pm
1 Mile Race: 4:00 PM
PARADE: Immediately following at 5:00 PM
ENTRY FEES:
$15 General Entry
$5 High School Students
Free Ages 5-12 yrs
Free - "Santa's Speed Zone" (Ages 2-4 yrs)
SANTA'S SPEED ZONE (AGES 2-4)
Let the littlest runners join in the holiday fun with our Santa's Speed Zone - a 100 meter dash for children ages 2-4!
DISTANCE: 100 meters
TIME: Starts at 3:50 pm (before the main race)
REGISTRATION: 3:00-3:45 pm at the Post Office Park
COST: Free!
PRIZES: All participants receive a special ribbon
Parents are welcome to run alongside for safety and encouragement.
AWARDS & PRIZES
Overall Male & Female Winners
Best Costume (adult and child)
Best Santas Sleigh Decked-Out Stroller
Best Dog Rudolph Costume
VIRTUAL MISTLETOE MILE
Cant make it to Shelton? Join the fun from anywhere by running the Virtual Mistletoe Mile!
FEMALE SIGN HOW IT WORKS:
Run 1 mile anytime between 12:00 AM and 11:59 PM on December 6th (race day).
Upload your run to Strava and follow Process Performers RC to verify results.
Title your activity Virtual Shelton Mistletoe Mile.
Post a photo in your best holiday outfit and Santa's sleigh baby stroller!
VIRTUAL AWARDS & PHOTO SUBMISSIONS:
Virtual participants are eligible for Best Costume and Best "Santa's Sleigh" Stroller prizes
Featured on the Virtual Finishers Wall
To qualify, participants must:
* Post their run activity on Strava titled _Virtual Shelton Mistletoe Mile_
* Include a photo of their festive outfit or decorated stroller in the post
* Tag Process Performance RC in the description and make the activity visible to the club.
All eligible entries will be reviewed, and winners will be announced the next day on the PPRC Strava club page and social media.
NOTE: Virtual participants are not eligible for overall awards to maintain fairness with in-person results.
Come celebrate the season with a fun, family-friendly event that brings the Shelton community together!
Races
-
1 Mile
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 6th December 2025 (4:00PM PST)
$16.90
-
Virtual 1 Mile
Incl. $1.90 Fee
$16.90
-
HS 1 Mile
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 6th December 2025 (4:00PM PST)
$6.30
$5 entry fee for ages 13-17 -
Kids 1 Mile Run
Sat 6th December 2025 (4:00PM PST)
Free
$0 entry fee for ages 5-12 -
Santa's Speed Zone (Ages 2-4)
Sat 6th December 2025 (3:50PM PST)
Free
100 meter dash for children ages 2-4
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218 Mark E Reed Way Unit Main, Shelton, 98584, WA, United States
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