White Elephant 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Canton

  • Date Wed 24th December 2025
  • Time 7:00AM EST
  • Location Canton, Georgia
  • Price $23.60 - $49.10
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us for the festive White Elephant Christmas 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon on December 24, 2025, in beautiful Canton, Cherokee! This joyful event is the perfect way to kick off your Christmas Eve with family and friends while embracing the spirit of the season. Starting at 8:30 am at Etowah River Park, participants can choose from three exciting race distances: the spirited 5K, the fun-filled 10K, or the challenging Half Marathon.

Inspired by the beloved holiday gift-swapping tradition, the White Elephant Run promises surprises and festive cheer at every turn. Runners will not only enjoy the thrill of racing but will also unwrap a mystery shirt and a finisher medal from a previous event, all packaged in true White Elephant style. Plus, awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in various age groups, celebrating athletic achievement amidst the holiday festivities. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual jogger, join us for this heartwarming celebration and make unforgettable memories this Christmas Eve!

Organiser's Description

Grab the family and celebrate Christmas Eve morning by joining us for the White Elephant Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon!

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

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)

    Wed 24th December 2025 (8:30AM EST)

    $28.60

    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)

    Wed 24th December 2025 (7:00AM EST)

    $23.60

    Come at 7:30 am to help check people in then run
  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)

    $33.60

    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. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)

    Wed 24th December 2025 (8:30AM EST)

    $33.60

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)

    Wed 24th December 2025 (8:30AM EST)

    $49.10

  • Virtual 10K

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)

    $33.60

  • Virtual Half Marathon

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)

    $33.60

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Location

600 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Etowah River Park, Canton, 30114, GA, United States

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