The ELF Run 5k & 1mi

🎄🧝‍♂️ THE ELF RUN 5K & 1 MILE 🧝‍♀️🎄
December 19, 2026 – Mission Hike & Bike, Mission, TX

Join us this holiday season for a festive morning of running, giving, and Christmas cheer at The Elf Run 5K & 1 Mile! Lace up, dress up, and help us spread joy to children across the Rio Grande Valley — portion of proceeds, all donations, and sponsorship funds will benefit the 8th Annual 4EVE RGV Toy Drive. 

🏆 Elf Costume Contest!
Think you have the BEST elf outfit?
Winner receives a $50 Valley Running Gift Card.

Bring a toy for a Kid in need this season and Puro9:56Racing will share the love back with a 50% off promo code for a future event! 

Whether you're racing for a PR, jogging with family, or coming dressed as the jolliest elf in town, this event is the perfect way to celebrate the season and support a great cause.

 
🎄 Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
📍 Location: Mission Hike & Bike Trails
1801 Native Land Design, Mission, Tx 78572

🏃‍♂️ 5K Run: 8:00 a.m. (no late arrivals over 5 minutes from start time)
🚶‍♀️ 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: 8:10 a.m.

 
📦 Packet Pickup: Friday Dec. 18th 2026 - 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Location: Valley Running in McAllen (1701 Dove Ave W J, McAllen, Tx 78504)

Packet Pickup is for:

All 5K & 1mile participants (with or without t-shirt), as all participants will need to pick-up their Event Bibs. 

💲 Registration Fees
5K Run: $30
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: $15

👕 Shirt Deadline: November 27th

 
 What’s Included:
⏱️ Chip Timing & Live Results (5K only)
🏅 Finisher Medals for all 5K and 1 Mile participants
👕 Race Shirt (included with 5K; optional add-on for 1 Mile)
🍽️ Tacos, Hydration Bar, & Fresh Fruit after the run
🎶 DJ Music & Holiday Vibes
🎄 Festive Christmas Themed Photo Wall
🎈 Inflatable Arch – Start/Finish Line
📸 Free Race Photos
🛍️ Local Vendor Booths

🏆 Age Group Awards – 5K Run
Top Male & Female in these age groups:
13 & under, 14–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+
Top Overall Male & Female Awards

 
🎄✨ Be part of The Elf Run 5K & 1 Mile — a festive, family-friendly celebration of community, giving, and holiday spirit!
Help bring Christmas joy to children in the RGV this year with every step you run or walk.