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Saturday, December 19th, 2026
Heartland Park, Nashville TN
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · 15K
35–52°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
31–49°F
dry
2024
36–46°F
dry
2023
23–39°F
dry
2022
25–42°F
dry
2021
33–45°F
dry
2020
31–48°F
rain
2019
24–43°F
dry
2018
31–58°F
dry
2017
38–56°F
rain
2016
21–33°F
dry
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About this race
Candy Cane Course - Nashville
Date: December 19, 2026
Location: Heartland Park, Nashville, TN
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
Why Participate?
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 an awesome finisher medal!
- 1 Mile Registration: is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome 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!
Learn More
For additional information and to register, visit the official race page: Candy Cane Course Nashville.
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Live prices near the start line, Dec 18 – 20, 2026.
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