Running of the Elves 5K

🎄 Running of the Elves 5K

Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026

Location: Central Wildcat Stadium, 13845 Hooper Rd, Central, LA 70818

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Event: Participate in the 14th Annual Running of the Elves. Dressing in your best holiday attire is encouraged.
• Experience: Start your holiday season off with a picturesque run around our quaint city of Central.
• Registration Deadline: Participants registered by November 12th are guaranteed to receive a finisher's medal and a t-shirt.
• Packet Pickup: Package Pickup will be at Central Community Athletics Gym on Friday, November 20th from 10 am - 5 pm.

📅 Race Day Information

• Time: Race day packet pickup begins at 6:45 am at Wildcat Stadium.
• Start: The Fun Run begins at 7:45 am with the 5k to follow immediately after.
• Activities: Immediately following the race, enjoy free pancakes and coffee for everyone.
• Santa Pictures: Pictures with Santa Claus and various kid activities will also be available.

🥞 Post-Race Celebration

• Food: FREE pancakes and coffee for EVERYONE.
• Meet: Pictures with Santa Claus.
• Prizes: Giveaways and Costume Contest will be awarded too!
• Fun: Fire truck and Sparky the Dog will be present.

🏆 Awards and Recognition

• Finisher's Medal: All participants will receive a finisher's medal.
• Top Runner Awards: From Rogers Regional Eye Center.
• Age Groups: Awards for the top male and female in each age group.
• 1 Mile Fun Run: Overall Top Male and Female will be awarded.

💵 Registration Fees

• Through September 30th, 2026: $30
• October 2nd through November 19th, 2026: $35
• Day of Race Registration November 21st, 2026: $40

⏰ Important Dates

• Online Registration Ends: At 11:59 pm on November 19th, 2026.
• T-shirts: Provided for registrations by November 12th, 2026.
• Additional Sales: Unique Race t-shirt sales will end on 11/15/2026.
• Purchasing Link: If you're not a runner or want one for a friend, you can purchase it here.

🏅 Age Groups for the 5K

• 1-14
• 15-19
• 20-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60-69
• 70+

🎖️ 5K Awards

• Top Overall Male
• Top Overall Female
• 1st and 2nd Male in each age group
• 1st and 2nd Female in each age group

Note: The Race Benefits the Central Chamber of Commerce and its Shop Small Business Saturday Campaign.

For more information, visit the race website: Running of the Elves 5K.