Can’t wait for Christmas? This July, celebrate a unique Half Marathon and 5K in Elk Grove, IN. The race takes participants on off-road trails from Elk Grove through the Ned Brown Forest Preserve. Finishers will receive a swag bag, custom bibs (with unique Christmas names), a blinking lights snow globe medal, elf treats, overall and age group medals/prizes, and more.
Christmas in July Half Marathon & 5k
Date
Jul 19, 2025
Starting Time
7:00 AM
Course
Trail
Fees
$69.99+
Location
Elk Grove
Participants
500-1000
Terrain
Some Hills
Environment
Forested
Temperature
High: 85°
/ Low: 60°
Overview
Course Description
Ho Ho Ho, Oh What Fun it is to Run in the Sun (and Shade) and Earn Some Chillin’ Summer Xmas Swag!
Live 5K or Live Half Marathon Registration Includes:
Chipped Timed Half Marathon or 5k
Very Cool Sublimated Xmas Summer-themed Tech Shirts or Ladies Tank Tops
Real Blinking Lights Finisher’s Medal Ornament (Plus Half Marathon has a Combination Dial for your Finishing Time – *please note there is no combination dial on the 5K medal)
*Half Marathon Includes Both a Christmas Running Hat & Sunglasses
*5K Includes Sunglasses (Hat optional upgrade)
Christmas Cinch Sack
Custom Xmas Bibs with Unique Surprising Christmas Names
Overall and Age Group Medals (Half & 5K)
Water and Snacks Every mile (approx) Finish Line Elf’s Treats (Frozen Treat, CLIF Bars, Package Snacks, Root Beer, Etc)
Beer – Half Marathon Includes 2 drink tickets – 5k includes 1 drink ticket.
Past Results
