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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
Rutledge Wilson Farm, Springfield MO
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · 15K
31–48°F · low rain risk
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2025
32–48°F
dry
2024
30–53°F
dry
2023
29–55°F
dry
2022
40–49°F
dry
2021
30–50°F
dry
2020
35–40°F
dry
2019
35–50°F
dry
2018
39–57°F
dry
2017
27–42°F
dry
2016
28–42°F
dry
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About this race
Candy Cane Course 2026
Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
Event Highlights
- Great Swag: designer shirt & custom medal
- Chip-timing: with live results and awards
- Free Photos: capture your memories
- Delicious Treats: waiting at the finish line
Fun for Everyone
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
Special Pricing
- Youth Pricing: for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22!
- 5k/10k/15k Registration: includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
- 1 Mile Registration: is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
- Kid's Dash: is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
Registration Deadline
Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Race Details
Date: December 12, 2026
Location: Rutledge Wilson Farm, Springfield, MO
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Live prices near the start line, Dec 11 – 13, 2026.
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