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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
265 Charles Dimmock Parkway, Colonial Heights VA
5K · 10K
34–51°F · some rain risk
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2025
29–41°F
dry
2024
34–45°F
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28–49°F
dry
2022
36–48°F
dry
2021
35–61°F
dry
2020
51–62°F
dry
2019
29–42°F
dry
2018
17–41°F
dry
2017
31–51°F
dry
2016
38–53°F
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About this race
The Run League Presents: Holly Jolly 5K & 10K
Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate the holiday season with The Run League’s Holly Jolly 5K/10K!
Whether you’re chasing a PR, checking a few miles off your holiday to-do list, or simply looking for a fun way to kick off the season, this festive race is for you!
Bring the Holiday Spirit!
- Dress Festive: We’re encouraging everyone to dress festive and bring the holiday vibes! Think ugly sweaters, Santa hats, reindeer, Christmas pajamas, holiday lights, red and green, or whatever makes you feel merry.
- Gather Together: Grab your friends, family, running crew, or favorite holiday sidekick and come celebrate the season with us.
- Holiday Vibes: The more festive, the better!
- Fun Experience: Celebrate the joy of the holiday season with a fun race atmosphere.
Race Details
- Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Location: 265 Charles Dimmock Parkway, Colonial Heights, VA
- Distances: 5K & 10K
- Virtual Option: Available
What to Expect
- Atmosphere: Festive holiday atmosphere
- Options: 5K and 10K options
- Finisher Medal: Every participant receives a finisher medal
- Race Shirt: Included for eligible registrants (if registered by the deadline)
Whether you’re running for a PR, walking with friends, or just here for the holiday cheer, come make the Holly Jolly 5K/10K part of your holiday tradition!
Run merry. Run festive. Run with The Run League.
Giving Back
- Support Education: A portion of every race registration directly supports the University Preparatory College Fund, helping students access college, career, and workforce opportunities.
- Additional Donations: Additional donations made during registration also go directly to the University Preparatory College Fund.
- Invest in the Future: When you run with The Run League, you’re investing in both your own finish line and the future of the next generation.
- Join the Community: The Run League is building a running community that celebrates consistency, achievement, and the joy of crossing finish lines together.
Swag Alert!
Register by November 21, 2026 to guarantee your official The Run League Holly Jolly 5K/10K race shirt. After November 21st, registration remains open, but registrations received after November 21st will not include a shirt.
Virtual Participants
Complete your 5K or 10K wherever you are, anytime during the week of race day! After your run, submit your finish time/results using the link provided. Virtual participants will receive the same race medal and shirt (if registered before the shirt deadline) as in-person participants, which will be mailed after the event. Results are submitted on the honor system—no proof required!
For more information, visit the race page: Holly Jolly 5K/10K.
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Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Dec 11 – 13, 2026.
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