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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
Roseland Park, Woodstock CT
5K
25–39°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
17–31°F
dry
2024
25–42°F
dry
2023
27–40°F
dry
2022
19–33°F
rain
2021
34–58°F
rain
2020
35–43°F
rain
2019
13–28°F
dry
2018
20–34°F
dry
2017
23–39°F
rain
2016
28–42°F
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About this race
🎄Join Us for the 6th Annual Roseland Park Christmas Run!🎅
Celebrate the spirit of the season with friends, family, and fellow runners at the 6th Annual Roseland Park Christmas Run! This cherished holiday tradition brings together runners and walkers of all ages for a joyful dash through the beautiful Woodstock, CT.
Whether you're racing to set a new PR, jogging with a group, or strolling in costume with the kids, there's something magical here for everyone.
🅿️ Parking:
📍 Roseland Park Golf Course Parking Lot (204 Roseland Park Rd, Woodstock, CT 06281)
🎄 Race Day Schedule:
🕗 8:00 AM – Packet Pickup Begins (🚫 No same-day registration if we reach full capacity)
🎅 9:00 AM – Rudolph Kids Fun Run (inside the park)
🇺🇸 9:25 AM – National Anthem & Race Announcements
🏃♂️ 9:30 AM – Jingle Bell 5K Start
🏆 10:30 AM – Awards Ceremony (🎁 Must be present to receive your award)
🎉 Race Highlights:
🎽 Custom race BIBs for all participants! Register by 11/15 to guarantee your name is printed on your bib.
🏅 Custom finisher medals for all 5K finishers
🧒 Holiday-themed medals for all Kids Fun Run participants
🇺🇸 10% OFF registration for Veterans and Active Military
📸 Free professional race photos by Collin Hamilton Photography
☕ Post-race refreshments
🎶 Live Christmas music by DJ Collin Hamilton
🏆 Age group awards and more ....
🏆 Awards & Special Prizes:
🥇 M & F Overall & age group winners in the 5K (based on Gun Time)
🎅 Best Dressed in a Christmas costume
👟 Fastest Team Award (minimum 5 athletes per team)
👥 Largest Team Award
🐾 First dog to finish the 5K
🎁 Bonus Prizes:
🎟️ First person to register (Online registration opens midnight on 9/1)
🎉 6th person to register in honor of our BIG 6th Annual Run!
⚠️ Don't wait — last year’s race SOLD OUT! Register early to secure your spot and be part of the merriest run in Connecticut! Register today and make this holiday season unforgettable!
If you're interested in sponsorship opportunities, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
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