Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run

🎅 Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run

The Pagoda Pacers Athletic Club is happy to invite you to the 39th annual Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run!

Looking to squeeze one last fun event in over the Christmas break? This race is always a family favorite, with proceeds benefiting the Berks County Cross Country Coaches Association. So grab your friends & family and close out 2025 with us!

🏁 Course Information

• Course Details: The course features a mix of road and easy trail sections through Blue Marsh and the Union Canal Trail.
• Direction: We'll be running clockwise this year.
• Strollers: Strollers and walkers are welcome.
• Dogs: Dogs are not permitted at this event.

💵 Registration Fees

ALL registration fees are RACE ONLY.

• Early Registration: $25 per runner through November 27th, 2025.
• Standard Registration: $30 per runner from November 28th to December 15, 2025 at midnight.
• Day-of Registration: $30 (hoodies will not be available for purchase).
• Closing Notice: ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON DECEMBER 15th at 11:59PM EST.

Option to add a hoodie for an additional cost during checkout.

👕 Hoodies

• Color: This year's hoodie color is Indigo Blue. You can see a mock-up when you register.
• Hoodie Cost: Hoodies are not included with the race registration cost but can be added to your order during the checkout process for $22 until November 27th, 2025.
• Order Deadline: Deadline to order is November 27th, 2025.
• Pickup: Must be picked up at the race before the start: no holds, no mailing. No additional hoodies will be sold at the event.

📅 Race Day Info

• Registration: 8:30 AM | Race Start: 10:00 AM.
• Same-Day Registration: Available at $30 per runner (no hoodie option).
• Dog Policy: Leave your doggy pals at home, please. No dogs permitted at this event.

🏆 Awards

• Overall Winners: Top 2 male and female (not eligible for age group awards).
• Age Groups: Top 3 male and female in 5-year brackets from U14 to 80, plus an 80+ category.

🌦️ Weather

In case of inclement weather on race day, updates will be sent to the email address used for registration.

📅 Stay Connected

Keep up with the latest updates and race fun by joining our Facebook Group: Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run.

🔗 Race Details

For more information, visit the official race page: Kris Kringle 5 Mile Run.