White Elephant 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Canton
- Date Thu 24th December 2026
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Canton, Georgia
- Price $23.60 - $54.10
- Races 7 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Inspired by the beloved gift-swapping game, the White Elephant Run adds a delightful twist to the traditional race experience. Runners will receive a surprise bundle at the finish line, complete with a race shirt and finisher medal from a past event, all wrapped in the spirit of re-gifting. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in various age groups, making this event a celebration of performance and community spirit. Embrace the unexpected, unwrap the fun, and create lasting memories at the White Elephant 5K/10K/Half Marathon—an unforgettable way to kick off your holiday festivities!
Organiser's Description
Get ready for a holiday race with a playful twist! Welcome to the White Elephant 5K/10K/Half Marathonthe event inspired by everyones favorite gift-swapping tradition, where surprises, silliness, and a little friendly chaos make the fun. Just like the classic holiday game, this race celebrates the joy of re-gifting, transforming leftover treasures into unforgettable memories.
We'll be running at Etowah River Park starting at 8:30 am.
Athletes will select their preferred shirt size at registration, but the actual shirt remains a mystery until after the race. When you cross the finish line, youll unwrap your very own surprise bundlea race shirt and finisher medal from a previous event, packaged White Elephantstyle for a fun and festive reveal.
In addition to the post-race surprises, well honor performance in the traditional way with awards to the top three male and female finishers in five-year age groups, beginning with 10 & under and continuing through our most experienced participants.
With distances for every levela festive 5K, a spirited 10K, and a challenging Half Marathonthe White Elephant Run is the perfect way to celebrate the season with humor, heart, and holiday cheer.
Welcome to the White Elephant 5K/10K/Half Marathonunwrap the fun, embrace the unexpected, and enjoy every mile of this joyful holiday tradition!
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)
Thu 24th December 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$33.60
Come put your feet on the ground for some Christmas fun! We welcome all runners, walker, strollers, etc! -
5K-Help Then Run-Then Help
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)
Thu 24th December 2026 (7:00AM EST)
$23.60
Come at 7:30 am to help check people in then run -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)
$39.10
Can't make it, but want to join in on the fun? No problem! =) Just run when & where you want, submit your time to us and we'll mail you your shirt/card! -
10k
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)
Thu 24th December 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$39.10
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Half Marathon
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)
Thu 24th December 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$54.10
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Virtual 10K
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)
$39.10
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Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)
$39.10
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600 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Etowah River Park, Canton, 30114, GA, United States
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