White Elephant 5K/10K - Lakeland
- Date Sun 29th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Lakeland, Florida
- Price $33.60 - $39.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the holiday spirit at the White Elephant 5K/10K taking place on Sunday, November 29, 2026, in the beautiful Lakeland, Polk. This unique race captures the playful essence of the beloved gift-swapping tradition, ensuring a memorable experience filled with surprises and festive cheer. Runners can choose between a fun 5K or a spirited 10K, both starting at 9:00 am around the picturesque Lake Hollingsworth.
Participants will not only enjoy the thrill of the race but also the excitement of unwrapping a mystery race shirt and a finisher medal from previous events at the finish line, all wrapped up White Elephant-style. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in various age groups, recognizing the achievements of athletes from the youngest to the most experienced. Join in on the holiday fun, embrace the unexpected, and create unforgettable memories at the White Elephant 5K/10K—where every mile is a celebration of joy and community!
Participants will not only enjoy the thrill of the race but also the excitement of unwrapping a mystery race shirt and a finisher medal from previous events at the finish line, all wrapped up White Elephant-style. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in various age groups, recognizing the achievements of athletes from the youngest to the most experienced. Join in on the holiday fun, embrace the unexpected, and create unforgettable memories at the White Elephant 5K/10K—where every mile is a celebration of joy and community!
Organiser's Description
Get ready for a holiday race with a playful twist! Welcome to the White Elephant 5K/10Kthe 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 dashing around Lake Hollingsworth starting at 9:00 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 or a spirited 10Kthe White Elephant Run is the perfect way to celebrate the season with humor, heart, and holiday cheer.
Welcome to the White Elephant 5K/10Kunwrap the fun, embrace the unexpected, and enjoy every mile of this joyful holiday tradition!
We'll be dashing around Lake Hollingsworth starting at 9:00 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 or a spirited 10Kthe White Elephant Run is the perfect way to celebrate the season with humor, heart, and holiday cheer.
Welcome to the White Elephant 5K/10Kunwrap 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)
Sun 29th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$33.60
Come put your feet on the ground for some Christmas fun! We welcome all runners, walker, strollers, etc! -
10k
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt (From a Prior Race)
Sun 29th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$39.10
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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! -
Virtual 10K
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!
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18 Lake Hollingsworth, Thomas B Mack Park, Lakeland, 33801, FL, United States
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