Gingerbread Lane 5K & 10K San Antonio

Event Details

• Date: 2026-12-20
• Location: McAllister Park, Pavilion #5, San Antonio, TX
• Race URL: Gingerbread Lane Race

Race Description

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with the "Gingerbread Lane" holiday race, a festive extravaganza set in the beautiful Texas parks and greenbelts! This cheerful event offers distances for every runner: a 1-mile jaunt, a 5K adventure, and a 10K challenge. Little ones can join in the fun with the exciting "Kids Dash," a 50-meter sprint that will have the crowd roaring with cheers for these pint-sized racers.

DJ Sasquatch will keep the energy high with a mix of holiday hits, and after you cross the finish line, treat yourself to delicious holiday cookies and a refreshing glass of milk. Every participant will receive a holiday-themed race shirt and a festive medal to commemorate their achievement.

But that’s not all—get into the holiday spirit by donning your best festive attire for our holiday-themed costume contest, where you can win fabulous prizes for creativity and cheer. Gather your friends and family to join in on the fun and save on registration costs by signing up as a group. Whether you’re running, walking, or dashing with the kids, Gingerbread Lane promises a day filled with joy, celebration, and unforgettable holiday memories!

Costume Contest

🎉 Gingerbread Lane Race Series Presents: The Ultimate Holiday Costume Contest! 🎉

Get ready to jingle all the way to the most festive event of the year! The Gingerbread Lane Race Series is thrilled to announce our Super Cool and Exciting Holiday Costume Contest, where holiday spirit and creativity collide in a dazzling display of festive fun.

Put on your most imaginative, whimsical, or downright outrageous holiday costumes and join us for a merry competition that promises laughter, joy, and a sprinkle of holiday magic. Whether you’re channeling a classic Christmas character, a fantastical winter wonderland creation, or a humorous holiday twist, we want to see your best festive flair!

Prizes

• Grand Prize: The winner will snag 2 FREE entries to any future Bigfoot Race!
• Epic Trophy: You’ll take home a dazzling trophy that celebrates your costume creativity.
• Holiday Treats Bucket: A delightful bucket brimming with holiday goodies to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Race Distances Offered

• Kids Dash: This event is for our little Yeti's and is typically about a 50 meter dash for kids 10 and under, includes a tee shirt, race medal, and exclusive Kids Dash recognition pin.
• 1 Mile: Designed for all ages and experience levels, this event is not chip timed and includes a tee shirt and race medal.
• 5K: This event is chip timed and features overall trophies for male and female finishers and standard age group awards.
• 10K: This event is chip timed and also features overall trophies and standard age group awards.

Event Schedules

• 7:30-8:40am: Packet Pickup ends.
• 8:55am: Kids Dash start time.
• 9:00am: National Anthem and Race Start!
• Awards: Live results and awards available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers arrive 1.5 hours before start time and check in at the registration tent. Various roles include:

• Water Station: Make sure water cups are filled and ready for participants.
• Course Monitors: Assist with participant safety along the route.
• Finish Line Helper: Help with finish line tasks.
• Bigfoot Mascot: Wear the Bigfoot costume and cheer on participants.

Additional Information

• Weather: Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot or cold.
• Packet Pickup: Always offered 1.5 hours before the event start time.
• Course Surface: Expect mixed surfaces including pavement, dirt paths, and crushed granite.