In 71 days · Sat, Dec 12, 2026
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When
Saturday, December 12th, 2026
Where
Busse Woods Shelter 25, Elk Grove Village IL
Distances
1 Mile · 5K · 10K · 15K
Typical weather
23–36°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
17–29°F
dry
2024
4–15°F
dry
2023
26–35°F
dry
2022
34–42°F
dry
2021
31–47°F
dry
2020
32–39°F
rain
2019
17–46°F
dry
2018
30–40°F
dry
2017
17–30°F
dry
2016
12–30°F
dry
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Gear up
Typical start here is 23°F — see the cold-start kit →
About this race
Candy Cane Course - Greater Chicago
Event Details
- Date: 2026-12-12
- Location: Busse Woods Shelter 25, Elk Grove Village, IL
- Distance Options: 5k, 10k, 15k, 1 Mile, Kid's Dash
- Race URL: Register Here
Race Overview
- Join us: for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k! A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
- Great Swag: designer shirt & custom medal
- Chip-timing: with live results and awards
- Free Photos: during the race event
Post-Race Treats
- Delicious Treats: waiting at the finish line
- Plenty of fun!
- Gather Friends: Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
- Virtual Option: 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: a fun, untimed dash for kiddos ages 10 and under includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (Kids can run for free without swag.)
Registration Deadline
- Shirt Guarantee: Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
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