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Saturday, December 19th, 2026
107 E. Clay Street, Mebane NC
5K
34–51°F · low rain risk
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2025
43–60°F
rain
2024
42–55°F
dry
2023
29–42°F
dry
2022
26–44°F
dry
2021
37–62°F
rain
2020
26–45°F
dry
2019
25–40°F
dry
2018
33–52°F
dry
2017
42–65°F
dry
2016
35–42°F
dry
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About this race
Join us on Saturday, December 19th, to kick off the holiday season for the 20th anniversary of the Mebane on the Move and Mebane Woman's Club annual 5k race and fundraiser!
Technical tees are guaranteed to all 5K participants who register by 11/27/26 (after that, it is first come, first served)
RACE DAY INFO:
5K Race starts at 8:00 am.
Water and post-race refreshments are available.
Strollers and walkers are encouraged to join in. No pets, please.
Stick around downtown and visit our cafes and shops, some of which will have specials that morning.
TEAMS:
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Join the festive fun this holiday season by forming a team for the Reindeer Run! Rally your friends, family, or coworkers to create lasting memories, celebrate the holidays, and make this 5K a memorable team experience.
For 5K participants taking part in teams, let us know when you check in so our emcee can recognize your group!
PARKING:
Buffaloe Lanes has generously agreed to allow parking for MOTM participants and volunteers.
** Do NOT park at the Dollar General; they will tow.
NOTE: Ruffin will be blocked off between 2nd & 4th during the race. Anyone planning to stay for the entire event duration is welcome to park in those areas if they arrive before it is blocked and intend to leave after the race. However, anyone planning to leave before we have completed the awards will need to park at the Buffaloe Lanes lot.
PACKET PICKUP:
Friday, December 18, 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Mebane Arts & Community Center, 633 Corregidor St, Mebane, NC
Use the side entrance to the right of the main entrance.
RACE-DAY PICKUP:
Saturday, December 19, 6:30 – 7:30 am
The race day registration table (107 E. Clay Street, Mebane, NC)
Proceeds will go to benefit Mebane Women’s Club health and wellness initiatives for our community!
Cost - $35 pre-reg through 12/13, $45 from 12:01 a.m. on 12/14 through the day of.
$25 pre-reg for 12 and under through 12/13, $35 from 12:01 a.m. on 12/14 through the day of.
No refunds
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